Tag: Security

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Security firm warns of new tactic targeting escort-protected shipments

Cargo security provider Overhaul is warning shippers of a suspicious new cargo theft tactic in which criminals deliberately separate escort vehicles from the shipments they are protecting. The company issued the warning following a recent theft involving a shipment of high-value artificial intelligence hardware in California's Bay Area. (Photo: iStock)

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123Loadboard adds cargo security with MiKargo247 integration

123 Loading table has partnered with the digital insurance platform MiKargo247 to offer carriers and shippers instant cargo insurance per trip of up to $2 million directly within the 123Loadboard platform. The offer comes as industry analysts estimate that more than 60% of cargo on North American roads remains underinsured

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Truckstop.com, NMFTA partner to expand cyber security, fraud prevention

Truckstop.comhas collaborated with National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) to strengthen cybersecurity and fraud prevention in the trucking industry, with a focus on protecting small carriers and owner-operators. The partnership will make NMFTA's free cybersecurity tools more accessible through Truckstop's platform, offering guidance on ransomware protection, phishing awareness, multi-factor authentication,

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Trimac promotes Hagler to Vice President of Security

Trimac Transportation promoted Lance Hagler to the Vice President of Security since June 30, the company said. Hagler, who will report to Trimac's Managing Director (COO), will oversee the security strategy throughout the company and drive Trimac's security teams while working with businesses to promote security and safety. "Lance has

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Driver update security solution

Motivation announced upcoming enhancements to its driver safety solution that includes driver behavior recognition and first responder functionality. It will include new artificial intelligence models that detect dangerous driver behaviors such as drowsiness, lane departure, forward collision warnings, side and blind spot monitoring and unsafe parking. The changes will also

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Carriers must adapt to prevent cyber security threats: NMFTA Report

Precautionary measures and advanced technologies are key to mitigating emerging cyber security threats besetting trucking companies, says a report from the National Freight Forwarding Association (NMFTA). Cybersecurity professionals and organizations must remain vigilant and adaptive to the challenges. The nature of the issue is that new threats are constantly emerging

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10 ways to improve fleets, promote safety culture

Fleets with excellent safety standards don't overpay for insurance and are an insurer's dream. Other carriers can learn from these organizations and get their drivers home safe, prevent losses and outages. Two judges from last year's Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Fleet Safety Awards program shared their observations on the safest