Cargo Theft: Urgent Request from the ATRI to Help Uncover The Truth

ATRI Asks Trucking Industry for Help in Fighting Cargo Theft

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is asking truck companies and freight brokers to help with a new effort to stop cargo theft. This is part of ATRI’s ongoing research into the growing problem, which has become more serious and complex in recent years.

The Rising Problem of Cargo Theft

Cargo theft has always been an issue for the trucking industry, but it is getting worse. According to the FBI, cargo theft costs businesses between $15 billion and $30 billion each year. Because of this, ATRI’s Research Advisory Committee (RAC) decided earlier this year to focus on studying this problem.

Thieves are no longer just stealing cargo; they are using trickier methods, like pretending to be real freight carriers or brokers. This makes it harder for companies to protect their goods and for police to catch the criminals.

Industry Hesitation to Share Information about Cargo Theft

Even though cargo theft is a big problem, many companies are afraid to share details about it. They worry that sharing this information could hurt their reputation or relationships with other businesses. But without this information, it’s hard to fully understand the problem and find ways to fix it.

To solve this, ATRI has created a confidential and anonymous survey. This survey will collect accurate data on cargo theft and find out what strategies have worked for companies to stop theft.

Working Together to Find Solutions

Ben Banks, Vice President of TCW, stressed that the trucking industry needs to work together to solve this problem. “Cargo theft is a big issue that won’t go away unless we all work together,” Banks said. “With good data, our industry can better understand the problem and work with police and insurance companies to fight this costly issue.”

ATRI hopes that truck companies and brokers will take part in the survey. The information they provide will help the whole industry come up with better ways to stop cargo theft.

ATRI’s Role in the Trucking Industry

ATRI is a non-profit organization that does research to support the trucking industry. It focuses on making the transportation system safer and more efficient, which is important for everyone in the industry.

Trucking companies and brokers who want to help with this important research are encouraged to fill out the survey on ATRI’s website. The results will help the industry understand cargo theft better and find stronger ways to fight it.

Conclusion

Cargo theft is a growing threat that costs the trucking industry billions of dollars each year. ATRI’s new effort to gather data from trucking companies and brokers is a key step in solving this problem. By working together and using data, the trucking industry can better protect its valuable cargo.

For more information or to take the survey, visit TruckingResearch.org.