ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc. (NMFTA) is launching the Freight Fraud Prevention Hub, a new industry resource designed to help carriers, shippers, third-party logistics providers, brokers and technology providers, and other logistics stakeholders to better detect, educate on and prevent the growing threat of freight fraud.
“As freight fraud continues to rise across the industry, education and verification are critical,” said Joe Ohr, CEO, NMFTA. “The Hub reflects the industry’s commitment to protecting the integrity of carrier identification and supporting the entire supply chain with clear, actionable resources.”
The High Cost of Freight Fraud
As of October 2025, $6.6 billion is the annual cost of freight fraud to the U.S. transportation industry according to the American Transportation Research Institute.
“Freight fraud continues to evolve in sophistication, impacting supply chain efficiency, safety and trust,” NMFTA said. “The Freight Fraud Prevention Hub serves as a centralized destination for educational content, practical tools and timely insights focused on carrier identity, impersonation risks and fraud-prevention best practices.”
SCAS Verified Campaign
The Freight Fraud Prevention Hub launch coincides with NMFTA’s SCAC Verified campaign.
“While the recent launch of SCAC Verified strengthens carrier identity verification, the Hub provides the industry with education, tools and best practices to detect and prevent fraud across the supply chain,” NMFTA said.
The Hub currently offers:
- Freight Fraud Prevention Best Practices to help organizations reduce risk.
- “Fraud Basics” educational content explaining how fraud works, and how it impacts the transportation system.
- Expert webinars and insights with industry leaders sharing real-world fraud trends and prevention strategies.
- Ongoing insights and partner contributions to help organizations stay ahead of emerging fraud threats.
Fighting Fraud Together
“Freight fraud cannot be solved in silos,” NMFTA said. “Preventing it requires a shared industry response. Industry organizations are invited to join the Freight Fraud Prevention Hub Partner Program and collaborate with peers to share expertise, insights and strategies to combat freight fraud.”
To explore the Freight Fraud Prevention Hub or to get involved, click here.
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