Technologies to Increase Freight Transportation Safety in Mexico

Mexico is one of Latin America's leading logistics powers, with a foreign trade network that moves more than 400 million tons of goods per year by road, rail, ports and airports. However, this logistical dynamism also faces a critical challenge: security.

According to data from the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (SESNSP), on average more than 38 cargo thefts are reported every day in the country, especially in key corridors such as the State of Mexico, Puebla, Veracruz, Guanajuato and Jalisco. Added to this are risks associated with accidents, extreme weather conditions and human or mechanical failures that compromise the integrity of shipments.

In a country where more than 80% of goods are transported by road, every kilometer traveled represents a potential exposure to risk. And when losses can exceed millions of pesos per shipment, protecting cargo should not be an option, but a business survival strategy.

In this context, prevention, applied technology and the correct structuring of specialized insurance are the key tools to shield the logistics chain. At JAH Insurance Brokers, we understand that the true value of insurance is not only in the indemnity, but in its capacity to anticipate risk, reduce it and accompany the client in each journey.

Technology and prevention

Technology has become the greatest ally of modern logistics. In Mexico, where security challenges are becoming increasingly complex, integrating technological solutions not only improves cargo traceability, but also makes it possible to anticipate risk, reduce losses and act in real time in the event of any eventuality.

The following are some of the tools that are transforming the national logistics landscape:

1. Real-time satellite tracking (IoT) 2.

GPS systems connected to IoT sensors make it possible to know the exact location of each unit, monitor driver behavior and establish geofences that alert if a unit deviates from its assigned route. In addition, they integrate metrics such as speed, sudden braking or door openings in unauthorized areas.

At JAH Insurance Brokers we promote the use of technological solutions that, in the near future, will be able to connect directly with cargo insurance to offer greater visibility and control to our clients.

2. Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision

AI-equipped in-cab cameras detect fatigue, distractions or risky driver behavior. Some Mexican fleets are already implementing this system to prevent accidents before they happen.

These tools can be integrated with parametric coverage, which is automatically activated if there are incidents recorded under previously defined conditions.

3. Logistics management and risk control platforms

The new generation TMS (Transportation Management Systems) allow the integration of goods monitoring, insurance status, security checklist compliance and event reporting in a single place.

JAH promotes the use of these systems with insurance companies that allow direct connection to their platforms to facilitate expedition, tracking and management of claims in an agile way.

4. Environmental and handling sensors

For sensitive cargo such as perishables, pharmaceuticals or electronics, temperature, humidity and vibration sensors allow conditions to be monitored throughout the journey. If a critical deviation is detected, intervention can be made before damage becomes irreversible.

Products such as JAH's RefriSeguro were designed precisely for this type of scenario, where prevention is the best investment.

5. Logistics risk maps

Through geospatial analysis, it is now possible to build maps that show dangerous routes, areas with higher theft rates, unauthorized holding points or high-risk intersections. These maps enable safer routes to be planned and decisions to be made in real time.

As a specialized broker, JAH works with data from official and private sources to advise our clients in choosing the most appropriate routes and coverage for their operations.

Technology + Insurance = Intelligent Prevention

Beyond their operational function, these technologies represent a new way to mitigate risks. When accompanied by properly structured insurance, they become a complete shield for the cargo, the carrier and the business.

At JAH Insurance Brokers we believe that prevention is insurance. That is why we not only design policies, but integrated protection ecosystems to make each shipment safer, more efficient and profitable.

Insurance: key to logistics resilience

In Mexico's logistics environment, cargo insurance can no longer be seen as a simple contractual requirement. The complexity of routes, the diversification of goods and the increase in external risks make it a strategic pillar for business continuity.

Modern cargo insurance goes far beyond covering theft or material loss: it includes protection against accidental damage, climatic risks, mishandling, cold chain interruptions and even exclusions that can be tailored to the nature of each shipment.

This is where a specialized broker makes the difference. At JAH Insurance Brokers, we help identify hidden risks in each operation, propose preventive measures and adjust coverages to the reality of the goods, the route, the season and the mode of transport.

"Poorly structured cargo insurance is not protection, it is false security. That's why our goal is to design solutions adapted to the real risk, not the ideal."

Recommendations for the logistics sector in Mexico

Adopting a preventive and insurance culture requires discipline and strategy. Here are some key actions to strengthen the security of logistics operations:

Logistics prevention checklist.

• Continuous training of operators and personnel in security protocols.

• Implementation of tracking, monitoring and sensor technologies.

• Periodic evaluation of routes and risk zones in the country.

• Constant review of contracts with suppliers and carriers.

• Having a custom-designed cargo insurance policy, not a generic one.

Quick guide to choose the right policy

1. Define the type of merchandise and its value.

2. Identify the most probable risks on the route.

3. Verify the policy exclusions and deductibles.

4. Make sure the coverage adjusts to your frequency and mode of transportation.

5. Seek the assistance of a broker to guide you beyond the price.

Request a free consultation with JAH Insurance Brokers and evaluate if your operation is really protected.

Conclusion

In Mexico, shielding logistics does not only mean protecting the merchandise, but also ensuring the continuity of the business, the trust of customers and the competitiveness of companies.

Seeing insurance as an expense is a mistake that can cost millions. Understanding it as a strategic investment opens the door to safer, more resilient and sustainable operations.

At JAH Insurance Brokers, we believe that every leader in the logistics sector has the power to become an ambassador of the insurance culture: preventive, connected and focused on mitigating risks before they become losses.

To insure logistics is to insure the future. And Mexico's future needs safe, efficient and insured supply chains.