According to CargoNet, 771 incidents of cargo theft took place in the second quarter of 2024, up 33 percent over the same period in 2023, with an estimated $68.5 million in losses. The need for greater security measures, including security guards to safeguard cargo on loading docks is critical.

Organized Crime Rings Targeting Specific Goods. CargoNet found that the most often types of goods stolen are vitamins and supplements, alcohol shipments and over-the-counter skincare products. The highest theft activity is taking place in California, Texas and Illinois.

To cut down on theft, loading dock areas are adding supervised entry and exit gates, extra lighting, 24-hour security cameras and security guards. Guards monitor gates, dock access and activity, and areas where goods are warehoused. They check employee badges, cargo content data and other identifications to ensure only authorized personnel leave the dock site with the correct cargo.

Access Control Security is a leader in protecting merchandise on loading docks and in warehouses–wherever trucks pick up or load cargo. To learn more, contact us at 877-482-7324 or go to https://accesscontrolsecurity.com.