Freight fraud is no longer a future threat—it is happening today, and its impact is growing. Every day, new reports emerge of stolen freight, fraudulent carriers, identity theft schemes, and organized criminal activity targeting our supply chain. What was once viewed as an isolated operational risk has evolved into a national issue that has captured the attention of the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security, Congress, and the White House.
The reality is simple: the criminals committing these crimes are organized, collaborative, and constantly adapting. If we are going to protect our industry, we must be equally united in our response.
Now is the time for carriers, brokers, shippers, technology providers, law enforcement agencies, and industry associations to work together. No single company, organization, or government agency can solve this problem alone. We must share intelligence, exchange best practices, strengthen verification processes, and support the development of tools and technologies that make fraud more difficult to perpetrate and easier to detect.
That is why NMFTA launched the Freight Fraud Prevention Hub (FFPH)—to provide a centralized resource where the industry can come together to learn, collaborate, and take action. The strong engagement we have seen from stakeholders across the transportation ecosystem demonstrates that the industry recognizes both the urgency of the challenge and the value of collective action.
Momentum is building. Legislative efforts such as the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA) reflect a growing recognition that freight fraud is not merely a transportation problem—it is a supply chain security issue with national economic implications. But legislation alone is not enough. Real progress requires active participation from every stakeholder.
We call on industry leaders, practitioners, and technology innovators to join the effort. Participate in industry discussions. Share threat intelligence. Adopt proven fraud prevention practices. Contribute to collaborative initiatives. Support the development of standards and solutions that strengthen trust across the supply chain.
The cost of inaction is too high. Every fraudulent load, stolen shipment, and compromised business relationship weakens the integrity of our transportation network. Together, however, we can build a more resilient, secure, and trusted freight industry.
The fight against freight fraud is not someone else’s responsibility—it belongs to all of us.
Join us in taking action today!
