USA Monthly Cargo Theft Report February 2025

Cargo theft saw a slight decrease during February, but past trends suggest it will rise again in March.

How Overhaul overhauled insurance for cargo shipping 

As cargo theft and other risks continue to climb, visibility and risk monitoring are essential supply chain solutions. However, in-transit threats are constantly evolving, and even the best defense needs a backup plan. This is why Overhaul works with insurance brokers to offer insurance for cargo shipments. The final step in our holistic solution, our […]

Zebra + Overhaul: smarter, more secure cold chain shipping

The safety and quality of your cold chain products is non-negotiable. But a single spike in temperature can render your temperature sensitive shipments unusable. That’s why Overhaul and Zebra Technologies are working together to offer more secure and efficient cold chain shipping solutions. “Companies worldwide rely on Zebra’s tracking hardware, environmental sensors, and RFID technology to keep […]

Rail theft and recovery in California

On April 1, 2025, Overhaul assisted in the recovery of a rail theft in California.

(U.S.) Freight Rail: Cargo Theft – American Association of Railroads

Highly organized criminal operations cost the nation’s largest railroads more than $100 million in 2024.

Freight LTL tracking: settle for nothing less than the best 

The less than truckload (LTL) market is forecasted to grow 2-3% in 2025. This is likely because, on the surface, LTL makes for a more cost-effective option with fewer risks to shippers. However, without freight LTL tracking, companies might find themselves paying more to ship less.  Here’s what you need to know about the rise […]

Overhaul’s white paper on our device agnostic approach

  Overhaul’s device agnostic approach refers to our software’s interoperability with tracking devices. This means that our solutions can be paired with multiple tracking devices, including Overhaul-procured devices or the ones you already use. In both cases, Overhaul manages device integration and validation, which means quicker, streamlined access to the features you need. Unfortunately, many […]

How Overhaul helped Omni Logistics go beyond simple tracking

Omni Logistics was looking for a security provider to protect their clients’ cargo. Overhaul went above and beyond to offer them proactive risk management, data-centric real time information, and 24/7 monitoring.

Deconstructing the three types of cargo theft 

All cargo crime has the potential to cause both reputational and financial damage. However, not all types of cargo theft are carried out the same way. Strategic theft, straight theft, and large scale/organized pilferage are the three most common theft methods. Preventing cargo theft and improving security requires a nuanced understanding of each.  Strategic cargo […]

What Overhaul’s cargo theft heat maps reveal about US crimes

Between 2023 and 2024, cargo crime in the US grew exponentially, jumping from 1,183 incidents to 2,217. Notably, the locations in which these crimes took place, as well as how frequently they occurred in said locations, has also changed. To better explore these patterns, Overhaul’s cargo theft heat maps detail how the concentration of cargo […]