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Detection of Cargo Route Deviations

Unlike basic shipment tracking, which reports a consignment's current position, cargo route deviation detection continuously evaluates every movement of a vehicle or container against the planned transport corridor.

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Unlike basic shipment tracking, which reports a consignment's current position, cargo route deviation detection continuously evaluates every movement of a vehicle or container against the planned…

GPS and geolocation data trigger alerts whenever a shipment strays from the agreed route, makes an unscheduled stop, or falls behind schedule without explanation.

Freight forwarders and cargo insurers rely on this capability to identify theft, unauthorised diversions, or imminent cargo loss at an early stage and initiate contingency procedures.

Last updated: 23 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

Source: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/real-time-monitoring-and-detection-of-route-deviations/

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Unlike basic shipment tracking, which reports a consignment's current position, cargo route deviation detection continuously evaluates every movement of a vehicle or container against the planned transport corridor. GPS and geolocation data trigger alerts whenever a shipment strays from the agreed route, makes an unscheduled stop, or falls behind schedule without explanation. Freight forwarders and cargo insurers rely on this capability to identify theft, unauthorised diversions, or imminent cargo loss at an early stage and initiate contingency procedures. For high-value or sensitive goods, continuous monitoring of the transport path has become a standard security requirement.

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