World Cup Cargo Theft, Trucking Tech: The Week in Logistics This week in logistics and transport, Mexico’s supply chains face new security concerns as Zuru warns that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could expose the sector to more than MX$150 million in cargo theft losses. In the United States, the American Trucking Associations (ATA) is pushing Congress to accelerate freight innovation through clearer rules for autonomous trucks, safety technologies, connected vehicles, and cargo theft enforcement. Meanwhile, Mexico’s heavy-vehicle industry is seeing stronger domestic sales, but weaker production, lower exports, and USMCA uncertainty are weighing on investment decisions. Ready? Your weekly dose of logistics is here! World Cup Cargo Theft Risks Top MX$150 Million Mexico’s logistics sector could face cargo theft losses of over MX$150 million (US$8.63 million) as the 2026 FIFA World Cup drives higher demand for electronics, beverages, food, sportswear, promotional items, and other high-value goods, according to an estimate by Zuru Logistics Insurtech. ATA Urges Congress to Accelerate Trucking Innovation The ATA called on the US Congress to strengthen federal support for transportation innovation, warning that outdated regulations and fragmented policy frameworks could slow the adoption of technologies designed to improve highway safety, supply chain efficiency, and freight competitiveness. Trade Uncertainty Slows Heavy-Vehicle Investment Mexico’s heavy-vehicle industry is facing a more cautious investment environment as companies weigh trade uncertainty, weaker export dynamics, and the upcoming USMCA review, even as recent domestic sales figures show signs of recovery. Hardware, Operations Slow Fleet Digitization in Mexico Métrica Móvil says hardware and operational issues account for 86% of fleet digitization barriers in Mexico, despite 90% connectivity. SSA Marine Mexico Digitizes Manzanillo Port Operations SSA Marine Mexico eliminated all legacy systems across two terminals in Manzanillo after integrating Oracle APEX into its port operations, creating a unified digital backbone for cargo handling,