Core Insights - Wabash has introduced a next-generation cargo assurance solution aimed at preventing cargo theft, integrating a digitally connected cargo door and intelligent locking system with the TMTrailerHawk.AI technology platform [1][3] Industry Context - Cargo theft is a significant issue in the U.S. supply chain, costing the industry approximately $6.6 billion annually according to research from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) [2] Company Solution - The new cargo assurance solution transitions the industry from reactive loss response to proactive detection and accountability, providing verified access, exception alerts, and a comprehensive record of custody [2] - Traditional cargo security measures are deemed insufficient, as they lack true access control and verification of individuals handling the freight. Wabash's solution offers real-time visibility and alerts, transforming cargo assurance from passive monitoring to active assurance [3] Technological Features - The solution addresses orchestrated cargo theft by validating driver identity and carrier relationships, thereby enhancing control during cargo handoffs [4] - Wabash's approach combines digital identity, physical access control, and chain-of-custody tracking, which is already in use with carriers for inspections and asset visibility [5] Implementation Timeline - The cargo assurance solution will first be available as a retrofit option for TaaS Pools in 2026, followed by options for new Wabash trailers or retrofits in 2027 [5] Event Participation - Wabash will showcase live demonstrations of the cargo door and lock, along with TrailerHawk.AI workflows at the Manifest 2026 event, including a breakout session on the future of cargo assurance [6]