Supply Chain Security Bulletin | April 2025

TT Club's April 2025 Supply Chain Security Bulletin reveals alarming trends in global cargo theft, with road transport remaining the most vulnerable sector. The USA now accounts for 41% of all cargo theft claims, up significantly from 30.4% in 2023, whilst the UK represents 7.5% of incidents.

Electronics, food and beverages, and metals remain the most targeted commodities, with criminals employing increasingly sophisticated deception tactics in 33% of recorded claims. Subcontractor identity theft features in 18% of cases, highlighting the evolving nature of freight crime.

The bulletin provides comprehensive guidance for UK transport operators to combat road haulage scams, particularly those originating from the USA. Key recommendations include implementing robust due diligence processes, screening trucking companies through central databases, and establishing rules-based vetting systems requiring minimum operating periods.

Technology solutions are emphasised, including track-and-trace systems, electronic logging devices, and IT security measures to combat email fraud. The report highlights sophisticated criminal methods such as typo-squatting, domain spoofing, and bannering techniques used to impersonate legitimate hauliers.

The bulletin showcases the Motorway Buddy app, a TT Club-supported platform helping UK truck drivers locate safe parking whilst combating freight crime. With 180,000 downloads and 45,000 active users, the app features a live freight crime hotspot map developed in partnership with Police National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service.

Additional resources include animated guides addressing driver attack prevention, emphasising the importance of recognising staged accidents and maintaining driver safety protocols. The comprehensive report serves as an essential resource for transport managers seeking to protect valuable cargo assets.