Mexico Monthly Cargo Theft Report October 2024

During the month of July 2024, cargo theft in Mexico decreased 4.6% compared to the previous month (June 2024) and remained at the same number of thefts as July 2023.

5 reasons why US cargo train thefts have gone off the rails

In 2024, cargo pilferage on rail and at train yards accounted for 9% of total confirmed thefts. 63% of these thefts occurred on rail and 37% at train yards. When compared to that same period (Jan-Sep) in 2023, rail cargo theft increased by 58%. This means that, out of all locations, rail cargo thefts experienced […]

Overhaul’s white paper on scalable supply chain solutions

Scalability is of the utmost importance for the continued health of supply chains. Without the ability to grow and evolve your defenses against risk, it will be impossible to keep speed with growing threats. At the same time, a successful supply chain strategy must make room for budgetary setbacks and constraints. This is where scalable supply […]

USA Monthly Cargo Theft Report September 2024

During the month of July 2024, cargo theft in Mexico decreased 4.6% compared to the previous month (June 2024) and remained at the same number of thefts as July 2023.

The importance of supply chain scalability

Over time, your shipping strategy must evolve alongside your company’s goals. For example, in order to expand your business, you might transport items to new locations or via different modes. You might also need insights into your cargo’s temperature or a more advanced security system for high-value goods. Whatever the case, supply chain scalability is […]

Strategies to prevent shipping fraud and theft 

Over the years, shipping fraud and theft have only grown more sophisticated. Shippers require advanced technology, visibility, and strategies in order to identify and prevent these problems.   To further shed light on these issues and their solutions, Overhaul’s EVP Dave Warrick recently joined Patrick Escolas on Banyan Technology’s Tire Tracks Podcast. Here, they discussed everything from […]

(U.S.) Slippery Bandits Steal $2.5M of Premium Olive Oil

Cargo thieves have made off with $2.5 million in premium olive oil from a Texas warehouse and are selling it at half price.

What previous port strikes teach us about the current crisis

As of this morning, a strike involving 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen Association (ILA) is underway. Closures are expected among 36 ports along the East and Gulf coasts. These ports are responsible for nearly half of all US shipments, and their shuttering will mean huge delays and disruptions. Depending on how long the strike […]

Mexico Monthly Cargo Theft Report August 2024

During the month of July 2024, cargo theft in Mexico decreased 4.6% compared to the previous month (June 2024) and remained at the same number of thefts as July 2023.

US Monthly Cargo Theft Report August 2024

During the month of August 2024, cargo theft experienced a noticeable increase, coinciding with the onset of the high shipping season.