News / New warning as cargo crime surges across North America

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Cargo crime continues to rise in North America: in the first half of this year, instances of cargo theft surged 49%, according to supply chain visibility firm Overhaul.

Its research includes a warning that cargo owners need to step up their risk management efforts.

Criminals are better organised, and the damage they inflict on the cargo industry and freight owners keeps growing. The average loss from cargo theft in the first six months of this year was $115,230, ...