Open research for a more secure freight supply chain
We study how cargo is lost, stolen, or tampered with, and build tested tools to help the industry prevent it.
What we do
As cargo theft evolves and becomes increasingly aggressive, we need more innovative solutions to protect our assets, minimize losses, and create a safer logistics environment
The Load Integrity Research Group is dedicated to strengthening freight security through rigorous research and practical tools. Our work rests on three priorities: Research, Build, and Share. Our mission is to help the supply chain detect and prevent cargo loss, fraud, and tampering, using methods that are tested, measured, and ready to use in the field.
Research
We study how freight loss and fraud happen across the supply chain, and test detection methods under real-world conditions.
Open Tools
We publish models, code, and benchmarks free of charge, so any organization can use them, not only large networks.
Standards
We write practical specifications for verifying carriers, loads, and custody that operations teams can put to use.
Our Collaborators
The Load Integrity Research Group is a professional association of practitioners and researchers across logistics, technology, and public safety — along with our in-house team of research scientists.
Industry Event with Extraordinary Impact
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October 27-29, 2026
Each year, the LIRG leadership meets for 2 days to finalize and approve the focus of our research for the upcoming year.
LIRG IGNITE takes place in Bellevue, WA.
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January 13, 2027
LIRG KICKOFF is your chance to engage with other LIRP leaders to shape the upcoming research focus for the new year. During this half-day conference held every January, participants get a preview of our upcoming research agenda and speak into what they hope the studies and experiments will reveal.
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March 9-11, 2027
The annual LIRG IMPACT Conference is the premier event for loss prevention professionals, bring together industry executives for three days of actionable insights to tackle logistics crime. Attendees engage in expert-led presentations, hands-on breakout sessions, and product demonstrations focused on advancing logistics loss prevention strategies, while also enjoying valuable networking opportunities with peers from across the industry.
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May 2027
LIRG’s work in supply chain protection provides valuable opportunities for retailers, solution providers, and other stakeholders to learn about the latest trends, best practices, and technologies in this critical lifeline for logistics.
