ID Theft fraud attempts in logistics sector rise 4x

Attempts climb from 0.53% in 2023 to 1.66% in 2024, and to 2.15% in 2025, IDScan.net says.

By DC Velocity Staff | Feb 17, 2026

Identity fraud attempts in the U.S. cargo and logistics sector have surged 213% in two years, according to a report from IDScan.net.

Specifically, fraud attempts climbed from 0.53% in 2023 to 1.66% in 2024, and to 2.15% in 2025, the New Orleans-based firm said in its “2026 Cargo and Logistics ID Fraud Report.”

The numbers are based on more than 1 million identity verification transactions across processing, manufacturing, transport, and warehousing operations, according to IDScan.net, which provides an AI-powered identity verification platform.

The increase is driven by economic strain, labor shortages, and rising freight volumes, which have allowed an expansion of organized cargo crime. Rapid hiring and reliance on temporary workers leave gaps in vetting and oversight, while retailers move more inventory through an already stretched network to multiply soft targets that exist across warehouses and transit routes, the firm said.

“With cargo theft and supply chain disruption already costing the industry billions, identity fraud is becoming a critical vulnerability at facility entry points,” Jimmy Roussel, CEO of IDScan.net, said in a release. “As fraudsters become more organized and opportunistic, particularly during seasonal hiring peaks and high-volume shipping periods, logistics operators must strengthen identity verification processes to protect assets, staff, and customers.”

At Blueprint Logistics, we understand that modern supply chains require more than just warehousing and transportation support. As cargo theft, fraud, and operational security risks continue to rise across the logistics industry, companies need partners that prioritize controlled processes, operational visibility, facility security, and accountability. From inventory tracking and monitored facilities to structured operational procedures and responsive communication, Blueprint remains committed to helping customers protect their products, operations, and supply chains in an increasingly complex logistics environment.

In a global logistics environment involving countless stakeholders, carriers, warehouses, brokers, and service providers, we still believe in an old-school approach to operational accountability. If the paperwork does not match, if something feels off, or if a process cannot be verified, we do not ship...period.