Cargo theft in the Greater Toronto Area’s Peel Region has taken a disturbing turn, placing it third in North America for high cargo theft activity, as organized crime groups use increasingly sophisticated methods to target high-value loads

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

The Port of Long Beach is equipped to handle an uptick in cargo if a labor strike at the East and Gulf Coast ports occur, CEO Mario Cordero said in a press conference on Thursday.

Despite theft numbers being at record highs throughout 2023 and
into 2024, Ramon said the problem “is going to get worse before it
gets better” and that thieves are beginning to perfect their art.

In this climate, we cannot overstate the importance of having the highest levels of security at rail yards and ports. If negligence or inadequate safety and security measures are involved, this can
result in legal action and insurance cancellations

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.

In this climate, we cannot overstate the importance of having the highest levels of security at rail yards and ports. If negligence or inadequate safety and security measures are involved, this can
result in legal action and insurance cancellations

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.