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    A major and ongoing issue in freight transportation circles, this section provides the latest information on the cargo theft trends, as well as what’s being done in terms of technology and processes to stop it.

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    Safety

    Experts advise caution during a historically busy, theft-prone Thanksgiving weekend

    Scott Keith
    Nov. 22, 2023
    Before what is to be one of the busiest travel days in years, safety experts inform the trucking industry of high risk from both traffic and cargo thieves.

    News

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    Safety

    Heightened cargo theft trends continue in Q3

    Scott Keith
    Nov. 14, 2023
    Cargo theft has spiked dramatically in 2023, and the third quarter of the year is no exception. Experts offer advice to carriers on how to keep freight safe.
    Canopy Security
    Canopy Pickup Cam helps protect tools and equipment in the pickup bed.
    Technology

    Camera technology protects equipment, gear, and data

    Jade Brasher
    Nov. 2, 2023
    App-based security camera gives you eyes on your truck bed at all times, while connected vehicle security company protects your data on the backend.
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    Safety

    Transfix launches shipment verification to combat fraud

    Scott Keith
    Aug. 24, 2023
    As cargo theft using fraudulent identities is on the rise, Transfix is launching a service to verify known shipments.
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    Safety

    Industry responds to heightened cargo theft

    Scott Keith
    Aug. 7, 2023
    Cargo theft events have increased for yet another quarter, according to the latest CargoNet data, and trucking stakeholders have taken notice as to inform carriers as to how they...