Preventing Trailer and Cargo Theft

You’ve put in the hard work to build your logistics business, but to criminals, your trailers and cargo are easy targets. The numbers are staggering—cargo theft costs businesses billions of dollars annually. Truck yards are especially at risk, facing vulnerabilities that make them prime locations for theft.

Overnight, your trailers are left unprotected. In just minutes, equipment worth thousands can vanish. Insurance claims begin to stack up, shipping timelines are thrown off, and client frustration quickly follows. Eagle Vision Security helps prevent this problem with its Truck Yard Security solution. The ultimate truck yard security solution.

Meanwhile, these thieves aren’t just lucky – they’re smart. They watch your routines. They know when you leave for the day, they know your property, and when you leave for the day.

You don’t have to just accept theft as part of doing business. Companies can cut their losses by 97% or more with the right truck yard security plan. Therefore, when you set up proper defences and a security strategy, most criminals will simply move on to easier targets.

Physical Security: Your First Line of Defence

Physical barriers in different forms help provide trailer security. You need multiple layers of protection working together.

Different physical barrier options:

Barrier Arm Gates – Great for high volume traffic facilities
Sliding Fence Gates – Great for low volume and night time gate operations
Tire Shredders – The ultimate physical barrier for truck yards and logistics facilities
Bollards – Great for dry, warm environments where temperatures don’t go below freezing

Multiple physical barriers are always recommended. During the day when there is higher traffic volume, barrier arms may be used to increase traffic flow.

However, the physical safety equipment has boundaries. If the person has enough time and equipment, they can break through most defences. Therefore, it is necessary to add additional layers of physical protection.

Live Video Monitoring: A System That Never Sleeps

Traditional security guards can’t monitor every corner of large sites simultaneously. Yard surveillance through live video monitoring fills this critical gap.

Highly trained, live agents will watch your property 24/7 teamed with advanced video analytics. They’re trained to spot suspicious activity before crimes occur. Unlike basic alarm systems that only react after breaches, live monitoring prevents theft attempts.

The technology works through strategically placed cameras with clear views of valuable assets and covering your entire perimeter. High-definition cameras capture details even in low-light conditions. Radar notifications alert agents to potential threats immediately.

When live agents spot suspicious activity, they take immediate action:

Two-way speaker warnings – Direct communication often sends criminals running
Instant police contact – Law enforcement is dispatched with level 1 priority
Coordinated lighting – Flood lights make intruders highly visible

This approach dramatically increases arrest rates. You’re not just discovering thefts hours later – you’re preventing them from happening in the first place.

Mobile Security Solutions: Flexibility Where You Need It

Remotely located truck yards often lack the bare necessities found commonly in urban areas, such as: Electricity and Internet. These sites present unique challenges that traditional security can’t handle. Yard layouts change constantly as growth happens. Equipment moves to different locations daily.

Mobile Security Trailer solutions by Eagle Vision Security solve these problems perfectly. These self-contained units don’t require permanent installation, internet, or grid power. Solar panels and batteries keep systems running independently backed up with generators.

You can relocate mobile units as your site layout changes. Cameras mount on adjustable poles that extend up to 40 feet high. This provides comprehensive coverage of large areas from a single position. Physical barrier’s can be operated using the Eagle Vision Security self enclosed mobile security trailer solution.

Satellite and mobile internet connectivity ensures reliable communication even in remote locations. When broadband isn’t available, cellular and satellite connections maintain contact with monitoring centres.

The flexibility extends to camera positioning. Mount units on roofs, walls, or temporary structures as needed. This adaptability makes mobile systems ideal for dynamic, remote environments.

Advanced Deterrent Technologies

Modern cargo theft prevention goes beyond basic cameras and locks. Smart lighting systems activate when motion is detected. Bright LED arrays flood areas with light, making criminals highly visible.

Strobe lights and sirens create additional psychological pressure. These attention-grabbing devices make thieves feel exposed and rushed. Most criminals prefer to operate in darkness and silence.

The Eagle Vision Security- Truck Yard Security solution also includes thermal imaging cameras that detect heat signatures. These work effectively in complete darkness or harsh weather conditions. You can’t hide from thermal detection.

Creating a Comprehensive Security Plan

Effective truck yard security requires a combination of more than one technique. Our site engineers start by assessing your exact vulnerability. Consider the layout of the site, the location of valuable assets, and the historical patterns of theft in your region.

Strategically layer its defence. Physical obstacles slow down criminals. Live Video Monitoring will catch them in the act. Mobile systems adapt to changing needs.

Regular audits of security help identify potential factors that criminals use. Go through your property in extraordinary cases to recognise sight lines and blind spots.

Train your personnel to understand and report suspicious activity. Employees often see problems first, but do not realise their importance without proper training.

Take Action Today

Cargo theft won’t stop targeting your business. Every day without proper protection puts your outdoor assets at risk. The longer you wait, the more likely you’ll become a victim.

A professional security assessment identifies your specific vulnerabilities. Don’t gamble with valuable equipment and materials. Implement proven yard surveillance strategies by Eagle Vision Security that protect your investment.

Ready to secure your trailers and cargo? Contact Eagle Vision Security for a comprehensive security evaluation. Their experts will design a tailored protection plan for your unique needs.