FMCSA tightens broker registration, adds fraud reporting

🚨 Freight Fraud: Our Industry’s Growing Concern 🚨 Freight fraud has quickly become one of the most pressing issues in transportation and logistics. From identity theft and double brokering to fictitious pickups, the impact on carriers, brokers, and shippers is no longer just financial—it's eroding trust across the entire supply chain. That’s why the recent FMCSA announcement to phase out MC numbers in favor of a single, unified USDOT number system is a welcome and timely move. ✅ Why does this matter? 👉 Simplifying identification under a single DOT# helps reduce confusion and duplicate records. 👉 It streamlines verification, making it harder for bad actors to impersonate legitimate carriers or brokers. 👉 A unified system lays the groundwork for more transparent and efficient vetting tools across the industry. This is a step forward in protecting not just businesses—but relationships. And in freight, trust is everything. If you're looking for a partner who takes compliance seriously, prioritizes transparency, and stays ahead of industry changes—you’re in the right place. Let’s move freight the right way. 📧 abarney@exp-logistics.com 📞 515-468-6466 #FreightFraud #Logistics #FMCSA #Transportation #SupplyChainIntegrity #CarrierCompliance #Trucking #TrustMatters

Freight fraud isn’t just a headline—it’s a growing risk across our industry. That’s why leaders like Jeff Dickinson and the Freight Fraud Task Force Inc. are stepping up to raise awareness, share best practices, and protect carriers, brokers, and shippers from costly scams. From double-brokering to identity theft, fraudulent practices can disrupt operations, erode trust, and drain profits. But with stronger collaboration, better vetting processes, and a united industry front, we can fight back. ✅ Verify carriers ✅ Strengthen compliance checks ✅ Report suspicious activity ✅ Share knowledge across the supply chain Fraud may evolve, but so will we. Together, the logistics community can stay one step ahead. Awareness is the first line of defence. Are you prepared?  #Logistics #FreightFraud #SupplyChainSecurity #TruckingIndustry #FreightSolutions #SupplyChainExcellence #LogisticsLeaders #Transportation #SmartLogistics

The Freight Fraud Task Force Inc has launched its new daily short video series, The Task Force Minute! The Task Force Minute is a short (1-3 minute) daily fraud prevention tip from the experts on the FFTF to help all industry stakeholders who sling freight, either in an operational or support capacity, protect themselves from fraud. These will be archived on our YouTube page (https://lnkd.in/gZv33MQd) Enjoy today's Task Force Minute: Gil Feldman USI Insurance Services Transportation Loss Prevention and Security Association (TLP&SA) The Logistics Lounge FreightValidate ✅ > ❌FreightWaves Adam Wingfield Drew Singleton Wilder #fraud #scam #DBBH #FreightFraudTaskForce #factoring #carrier #broker #dispatch #trucking #transportation #logistics #supplychain #prevention #owneroperator #3PL #warehouse #FFTF #FMCSA #DOT #attorney #claims #liability #contracts

FMCSA upgrades its complaint database to include broker fraud for the first time. Regulators, truckers, and brokers agree modernization is overdue, but enforcement will determine its effectiveness. https://lnkd.in/gqHAH49M

Freight fraud is exploding. Cargo theft jumped 27% in 2024, with average losses topping $200K. Strategic thefts alone are up 1,500% since 2021 and rising fast, but FMCSA is fighting back. https://ow.ly/1MiT50XaB7S

📣 FMCSA has upgraded its National Consumer Complaint Database to make it easier for drivers and carriers to report fraudulent or abusive broker behavior. The system now includes nine complaint categories (up from five), streamlining reports on issues like broker abuse, double brokering, and coercion. If you’ve experienced bad broker practices, there’s now a clearer path to hold them accountable. 👊 #BusOperators #FMCSA #BrokerAbuse #Logistics #Safety #BusesBringBusiness https://lnkd.in/eUUzV-hp

WASHINGTON — Federal regulators are taking steps to improve response times to complaints filed by truckers, carriers, and brokers with particular attention paid to addressing broker fraud. https://lnkd.in/ePpYg6BG

Highway’s Q2 Freight Fraud Index recorded 847,000 fraudulent attempts blocked by mid-year, equal to 92 percent of last year’s total in just six months. The Highway integration inside Port TMS verifies carrier and contact identity before a load ever moves, even if the carrier is already onboarded. As Q4 brings more freight and more pressure, don’t let urgency open the door to risk. Full Report: https://lnkd.in/gH7DzMr7

Federal regulators are rolling out upgrades to the National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB) to improve response times and expand its scope, with a specific focus on tackling broker fraud. The NCCDB, which receives 25,000–30,000 complaints annually, has been the Department of Transportation’s primary portal for reporting violations tied to safety, fraud, and household goods moves. The overhaul will streamline the filing and response process while, for the first time, allowing complaints against property brokers. Examples of new reporting categories include brokers misrepresenting operations, working under unauthorized names, operating without proper authority or insurance, or failing to maintain required records.Federal regulators are rolling out upgrades to the National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB) to improve response times and expand its scope, with a specific focus on tackling broker fraud. #Transport #Freight #SupplyChain #Warehouse #Import #Export #Business

Think Your Freight Is Safe Just Because the Truck Showed Up on Time? Keeping a shipment compliant and secure is more time consuming than one may think. There are constantly changing regulations to navigate, driver qualifications to verify, and fraud prevention measures to protect your business. Overlooking any of these areas can lead to delays, financial losses, or liability issues, and the problems often only become visible after it is too late. As a freight broker, I make sure these three critical areas are handled for every shipment. I ensure that carriers meet all federal and state regulations, confirm that every driver has the proper credentials and training, and implement fraud prevention measures to protect you from scams, overbilling, or fraudulent activity. This is the difference between a smooth delivery and a supply chain headache. Beyond just checking boxes, compliance impacts your business in real ways. When all three elements are managed correctly, your freight moves reliably, your risk of claims or fraud drops, and you can plan operations without the fear of last-minute surprises. It is not just paperwork, it is protecting your bottom line. Focusing on regulations, driver qualifications, and fraud prevention shows how much value a knowledgeable broker brings. These three pillars keep your freight moving safely, efficiently, and legally. They are often the unseen reason why some shipments succeed while others run into trouble. If you ever find yourself stuck or need a second opinion, please do not hesitate to reach out. I have lived and breathed logistics day and night for thirteen years, and I am happy to help whether you are a client or not. Making sure your freight is handled right is what I do best. #Logistics #SupplyChain #Freight #Trucking #Transportation #Compliance #FraudPrevention #DriverQualifications #Shipping #LogisticsManagement #FreightBroker #SupplyChainManagement #LogisticsSolutions #TransportationManagement #SupplyChainOptimization