Armored Transport / Cargo / Shipping

Initial Human Trafficking, Cargo Theft Data Release Through UCR

Today, the FBI released its first-ever public compilations of human trafficking data and cargo theft data collected through its Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program. Both reports contain 2013 data. As with any new UCR collection effort, the data in both the human trafficking and cargo theft reports is limited for a variety of reasons—the time and resources it takes for agencies to implement

Security and Access Control (Ingress and Egress)

A fundamental yet significant responsibility of most Security Officers/Departments is to control access (ingress and egress) to a facility, building, or area. The key purpose of controlling access is to ensure that only authorized personnel, vehicles, and materials are allowed to enter, move within, and leave the facility. Effective access control provides increased protection of personnel an

Brinks Armored - Murder Case

Investigators are releasing a composite sketch of one of the gunmen believed responsible for the robbery and murder of Brinks guard Alvin Kinney. Kinney was ambushed and executed by at least three armed assailants wearing body armor and face-shield masks in the Galleria area of Houston, Texas, on February 12, 2015. The FBI Violent Crime Task Force, Houston Police Department, and other ar

A Multi-layered Approach to Cargo Security

Securing the global supply chain, while ensuring its smooth functioning, is essential to our national security and economic prosperity. This vital system provides the goods that feed our domestic critical infrastructures and support our way of life. Other nations worldwide also rely upon the goods transported by the global supply chain system – in that sense it is a truly global asset that a

Security Related Technological Innovations for Cargo and Logistics

Nowadays, one of the greatest concerns of manufacturers and shipping companies is associated with the security of the consignments. Pirates attacking container vessels and other ships have become common nowadays, particularly along the western coasts of Africa.

Transportation Security Overview

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in the wake of 9/11 to strengthen the security of the nation’s transportation systems while ensuring the freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Improving Aviation Security

In response to both 9/11 and evolving threats, and with the help and support of Congress, DHS has significantly adapted and enhanced its ability to detect threats through a multi-layered, risk-based system. Today nearly 51,000 Transportation Security Officers (TSOs), Transportation Security Inspectors, and Behavior Detection Officers serve on the frontlines at more than 450 U.S. airports.

Cargo Security Solutions: Merging Physical Security Devices With Technology

Cargo theft has impacted nearly every industry, from paper products to televisions. Experts estimate that cargo and equipment theft costs 30 to 50 billion annually worldwide. Security is a necessity today; with the nation on heightened security alert, the transportation industry must be prepared.

Trucking Industry Security Technology

Transporting goods via highway and trucking companies is both cost effective and swift all across North America. The excellent road conditions mean that goods can get from point A to point B with very little muss, fuss, or worry.

How Safe Are Freight Shippers?

We all know about the possible threats of terrorism on airplanes, but no one seems to be doing much for airplane freight shippers. With such a lack of security, terrorists can easily mail a bomb and someone already did!