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Protecting cargo. Connecting leaders. Strengthening the Northeast. The Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) brings together regional supply-chain security stakeholders and law enforcement to combat cargo theft, share intelligence, and strengthen regional collaboration. About NECSC JOIN NOW BECOME A SPONSOR Protecting cargo. Connecting leaders. Strengthening the Northeast. The Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) brings together regional supply-chain security stakeholders and law enforcement to combat cargo theft, share intelligence, and strengthen regional collaboration. Why Organizations Join Security Councils? Because cargo security works best when the industry moves together. Networking Connect with the right people - fast. Build trusted relationships with carriers, shippers, insurers, and law enforcement across the Northeast. Education Stay informed on real threats and trends. Access briefings, intelligence updates, and regional insights you won't find in public reports. Collaboration Turn information into action. Work directly with stakeholders to prevent theft, improve response, and strengthen regional security.

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The current Board structure is a temporary assignment created solely to help relaunch and stabilize the Northeast Cargo Security Council. The four of us are stepping in to get the program off the ground, rebuild membership, and establish the foundation for long-term governance. Meet the NECSC Board Officers The current Board structure is a temporary assignment created solely to help relaunch and stabilize the Northeast Cargo Security Council. The four of us are stepping in to get the program off the ground, rebuild membership, and establish the foundation for long-term governance. As the Council grows through 2025 and matures into 2026, we will actively seek permanent candidates to serve on the committees, advisory groups, and full Board to ensure the NECSC has a strong, stable, and sustainable leadership team moving forward. Join the Board! Co Chair Sal Marino Sal Marino brings over 25 years of supply chain experience;10 in transportation and 15 in cargo fraud and theft prevention. He has held senior roles in sales, strategy, and security innovation, driving industry-wide efforts to strengthen cargo protection. Since 2009, he has led sales and member services for Verisk CargoNet, fostering collaboration among hundreds of companies and tens of thousands of users to share cargo crime intelligence. Sal also serves on two IMUA industry committees and has contributed to multiple advisory boards focused on logistics security and fraud prevention. Co Chair Maurizio Scrofani Maurizio Scrofani brings over 30 years of global experience in supply chain operations, risk management, and cargo theft prevention. A seasoned executive who has led large-scale transportation security and operational transformation initiatives for organizations including Macy’s, PVH Corp., Faber-Castell USA, and The Home Depot, he is the founder of MPS Solutions and The10thMan, and co-founder of CargoNet and Alto Assurance. Maurizio is known for translating complex cargo risk into actionable strategy, delivering measurable financial impact, and building collaborative frameworks that strengthen cargo protection across the industry. Vice Chair Tim Kennedy Tim Kennedy brings critical value to the Cargo Security Council through his extensive experience in marine risk management and loss control. As Director of Loss Control Services at Starr Insurance, he offers deep insight into cargo vulnerabilities, insurance-driven security standards, and operational best practices. His background as a marine surveyor and cadet equips him with practical knowledge of port and vessel operations, making him a key contributor to shaping effective cargo security policies and industry collaboration. Liason Chair Jared Palmer Jared offers over 20 years of hands-on experience, having served in General Counsel and other executive roles for several well-known logistics companies. As a licensed attorney, property & casualty broker, and surplus lines producer, Jared brings a wealth of expertise in complex claims, coverage issues, contract negotiations, and risk management. He serves as a key liaison between clients, underwriters, adjusters and claims counsel, providing strategic guidance and risk management support. His background as an expert witness, adjunct law professor, and published author further enhances the value he brings to his team and clients. Secretary Steven Lang Steve is the Manager of Marketing and Member Services, leading content development for CargoNet and NER while overseeing customer service and onboarding programs. He drives cross‑team content projects and improves marketing efficiency and customer experience. With 14 years in marketing and customer service, he’s worked across content marketing, branding, and process improvement in industries including supply chain, retail, law enforcement, construction, and insurance. Steven has also spoken at cargo‑theft conferences nationwide and co-organizes the Cargo Theft and Transportation Summit. Treasurer William "Ren" Hux Ren brings over 20 years of experience in supply chain loss prevention, supported by a proud military background and prior law enforcement service. Since 2005, Ren has contributed to strengthening cargo security and risk mitigation across retail distribution. In his current role at TJX, Ren leads initiatives to enhance domestic and international supply chain security, working collaboratively to ensure resilience and operational integrity. Chair Elect Paolo R. Scrofani Paolo Scrofani serves as Director of Administration for The10thMan and Director of Operations for TruckWarden, a specialized security brand focused on logistics protection. He played a key role in developing and advancing the CCTPS Certificate in Cargo Theft Prevention program, equipping professionals with practical tools to identify risks, support C-TPAT compliance, implement high-risk route protocols, and reduce losses. Paolo also leads innovative product initiatives, including Yard Secure smart yard management technology, tiered Warden security service offerings, and the SCAP1 Podcast, which highlights cargo security trends and organized theft. With a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain operations, he has held leadership roles spanning inventory management, transportation, distribution, and asset protection across manufacturing and 3PL environments. Paolo holds a Bachelor’s degree from Montclair State University.

NECSC Members Expanding Daily. Strengthening Regional Security MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY COMING SOON! MEMBER SEARCH 7PSolutions Acertus A Duie Pyle AIT Worlwide Allied Universal Aktek Allen Lund Company Alliant Insurance Services Allianz Commercial Amazon AON Armada Arviem Autoventions Avery Freight Lines Babaco Borderlanders Inc Bristol PD Cargo Locks USA Inc. Cargo Signal Constellation Brands COSTCO Dedicated Leasing DensityUSA Despir Logistics DSV Logistics Due Diligence Consulting Dupree Logistics EFL Global ECAM EPIC Insurance Brokers EQ Trans Equipment Lock EssilorLuxottica Estee Lauder Expeditors International Farleigh Dickinson University Falvey FedEx FedEx Freight Fideli Trade Five Below Freight-Intel Network Fortify-Tech Solutions Forward Air Garda World Security Gap Gemellus Group Genpro Inc. Geodis Global Axiom Go Green Logistics Goodyear GXO Hartley Transportation Haleon Harbor Freight Tools Hub Group The ICI Group IDScan.net IGT Logistics Inc Ingram Micro IntellxHQ Investigation Cargo Trace Jarrett JB Hunt Kenvue KL Harring Landstar Langham Logistics Lapp USA Logistical Data Services Logistics Dynamics Logistic Partners MN LogistiQ Loomis Lululemon Maersk Macys Marine Intelligence Medallion Transport Merck Milwaukee Tool Mobile Defender Morrison Express Munich Re National Retail Systems Nestle NFI Industries NJ State Police Nordstrom Norfolk Southern Railway Olympus OpSec Intel Overhaul PA State Police Pabst Investigations Parsyl, Inc Partners Mobile Security PCSC Pinkerton Port City Logistics, Inc. Princeton Logistics Prosponsive PNY Technologies Red Shield Advisory Reliance Partners Revlon Rhode Sense Richland Township PD S1 Security Group Saia Schneider National Sendum Solutions Group International South and Associates Southern Reins Logistics Spot Freight, Inc Stafford Marine Staples Starr Insurance STG Logistics Summit Logistics Group Swift Target The Hartford The Kelcie Group The Safe Stop The Traron Group The10thMan Tive TJX Total Quality Logistics Town of Longboat Key Traffic Tech Transit Risk Management Travelers Trinity Logistics Truck Warden Tyden Brooks Uber Freight US DOT-OIG USMIG Vectura Verified Carrier Verisk Verkada Victoria’s Secret Walmart WFX Logistics Williams Sonoma Wittenbach XPO Zedcor Security Solutions

Northeast News Northeast News Northeast News Northeast News The New York State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in connection with the theft of a large shipment of walnuts stolen from commercial trailers in the Bronx. On Monday, March 2, 2026, approximately 60,000 pounds of shelled walnuts, valued at approximately $50,000, were stolen from two 52-foot trailers in the area of Hunts Point in the Bronx. The shipment consisted of palletized boxes of packaged walnuts intended for commercial distribution. _________________________________ Connecticut trucking operator pleads guilty in $3.5M Amazon fraud scheme A Connecticut trucking operator has pleaded guilty in a multimillion‑dollar Amazon fraud scheme, exposing a sophisticated operation that exploited digital freight systems. Learn how investigators uncovered more than $3.5 million in fraudulent claims and what this case reveals about emerging vulnerabilities in logistics networks. _______________________________________________________________________ New York Man Charged in Multi-State Organized Cargo-Theft Conspiracy Defendant allegedly stole cargo containing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of snow crabs and .... ________________________________________________________________________________________ Strategic Cargo Theft Spikes: Key Insights from TruckNews TruckNews highlights rising strategic theft trends — including cyber deception, fraudulent pickups, and targeted high‑value loads — based on late‑2025 CargoNet analysis. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Man charged with theft after commercial shipment worth $65,000 goes missing, New Jersey police say The Lakewood Police Department (LPD) said that a cargo theft investigation into $65,000 worth of missing merchandise resulted in multiple charges filed. Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Other News Other News Other News Other News March 22, 2026 Cargo crime crackdown: Lawmakers push stricter penalties to deter thieves Land Line Media Michigan aims to crack down on cargo theft. Find out what steps the state is taking to deter cargo thieves. Cargo Theft Firmly in the Cyber Era as Losses Exceed 6 Billion, Geotab Warns - Yahoo Finance Yahoo Finance New Report on 'Countering Smarter Theft' Reveals GPS Spoofing, AI-Powered Fraud, and Driver Burnout are Creating Unprecedented Risk for Supply ... CTOA plans national freight security initiative as cargo theft surges - Truck News Truck News With more than 70% of domestic freight in Canada moved by truck, the association warns that escalating theft is a growing threat to supply chain ... Fraud, burnout and tech gaps define new cargo theft risks: Geotab - Truck News Truck News Geotab then said in a related news release that total cargo theft losses were estimated at $6.6 billion in 2025, a 18% year-over-year increase, with ... Cargo Theft Firmly in the Cyber Era as Losses Exceed 6 Billion, Geotab Warns - Toronto Star Toronto Star OAKVILLE, ON and ATLANTA, GA, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cargo theft in North America has entered a new phase as losses reportedly reached ... American Trucking Association backs bill to thwart cargo theft - Transportation Today Transportation Today The American Transportation Research Institute has found that cargo theft is costing the trucking industry more than $18 million per day. Strategic ... Cargo Theft Gets Smarter as Fleets Face Rising Risk, Driver Strain, and a Growing Tech Gap Work Truck Online Infographic of layered cargo theft defense including locks, GPS tracking, AI video monitoring,. Geotab outlines a layered defense strategy combining ... Senate action revives FMCSA civil-penalty powers to fight double-brokering and fraud - Blog Blog - GetTransport.com ... cargo theft. How CORCA and the household goods bill differ. Feature, Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act, CORCA. Primary approach, Civil ... EM6000Auto to Debut at MATS 2026 as Advanced Cargo Theft Prevention Solution Palm Beach Daily News Cargo theft is organized and calculated. EM6000Auto protects trailers at their most vulnerable moments while reducing driver strain through automated ... Canada 2025 trailer thefts surge while cargo losses stay underreported - Blog Blog - GetTransport.com 1,601 (tractors, trailers, cargo). Alberta, ~240. Quebec, ~180. Trailers stolen (national), ~970. Why cargo theft appears underreported. The mismatch ...

MORE EVENTS HERE! NECSC Meetings & Agenda Join us for our first council meeting and hear insights from the NJSP on cargo theft in New Jersey. Meet our board and new members, network with peers, make valuable connections, and share your experiences. *Compliments of NECSC Sponsors! Don't wait, seating is limited! NECSC Members Info Sharing & Collaboration Guest Speakers: NJ State Police Cargo Theft Task Force 📅 Date: Friday; April 3rd, 2026 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm est 📍 Location: Segovia's Steakhouse 217 Main St, Little Ferry, NJ 07643 Register for the Event Now! Register for the Upcoming Luncheon Meeting! Sorry, but this form is now closed. Register for our April 3rd Meeting! First name Last name Email* Phone #* Will you attend?* Register ATTENTION: If you register and unable to make it please email info@NECSC.co at least 48 hours in advance if possible. There is a cost to our sponsors for no shows. Thank you.

NORTHEAST CARGO SECURITY COUNCIL (NECSC) Governance Charter & Operating Framework ARTICLE I: ESTABLISHMENT The Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) is formed as a collaborative alliance of private-sector leaders and law enforcement professionals dedicated to strengthening cargo security and reducing organized transportation crime throughout the Northeast United States. This charter establishes the governing structure, authority, and operating principles of the Council. ARTICLE II: PURPOSE NECSC exists to serve as a regional intelligence-sharing and action forum focused on: • Cargo theft • Freight fraud • Organized transportation crime • Emerging threat trends • Prevention strategy development ARTICLE III: MISSION To unite industry and law enforcement into a trusted working partnership that actively disrupts cargo crime networks, strengthens prevention standards, and improves recovery and prosecution outcomes across the Northeast corridor. ARTICLE IV: REGIONAL SCOPE NECSC represents organizations operating within: New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Connecticut Delaware Massachusetts Rhode Island Vermont New Hampshire Maine ARTICLE V: GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE NECSC shall be governed by a Board of Directors consisting of 9 total members: Board Composition Co-Chair - Sal Marino Co-Chair - Maurizio Scrofani Vice Chair - Tim Kennedy Treasurer - Ren Hux Secretary - Steve Lang Board Member – Transportation - TBD Board Member – Logistics - TBD Board Member – Warehousing - TBD Board Member – Technology & Intelligence - TBD Law Enforcement Advisor (appointed – non-voting) - TBD • All elected board members serve one-year terms • Maximum of two consecutive terms • Law Enforcement Advisor is appointed annually by a participating agency • Vacancies filled by board vote ARTICLE VI: BOARD RESPONSIBILITIES Chair (Co–Chairs) • Sets strategic direction • Presides over meetings • Represents NECSC externally • Oversees committee execution Vice Chair • Supports Chair • Assumes leadership when Chair is unavailable • Oversees operational initiatives Secretary • Maintains official records • Documents meetings • Oversees compliance Treasurer • Manages financial accounts • Provides quarterly financial reports • Oversees budget approvals Board Members • Lead assigned committees • Drive initiatives • Serve as industry subject matter leads • Support membership growth Law Enforcement Advisor (Non-Voting) • Acts as intelligence bridge • Advises on investigations • Coordinates with task forces • Protects law enforcement sensitivities ARTICLE VII: REMOVAL & DISCIPLINE A Board Member may be removed for cause by a two-thirds vote of the remaining Board Members. ARTICLE VIII: MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Voting Members Private sector leaders involved in: • Transportation • Distribution • Freight brokerage • Supply chain security • Risk management Law Enforcement Members (Non-Voting) Active Federal, State, and Local officers engaged in: • Cargo theft • Organized crime • Transportation enforcement Retired Professional Members (Non-Voting) Former industry or law enforcement leaders in good standing. Associate Members (Non-Voting) Vendors providing: • Security technology • Tracking solutions • Risk analytics • Compliance tools ARTICLE IX: MEMBERSHIP ADMISSION • Application required • Board review • Closed ballot approval • Conflict-of-interest screening ARTICLE X: VOTING • Voting rights restricted to private industry members • One vote per member • Physical presence required ARTICLE XI: MEETINGS NECSC will conduct monthly sessions. Format: Executive Session • Members only • Intelligence briefings • Case discussions General Session • Educational content • Vendor briefings • Guest speakers Chair or Vice Chair presides. ARTICLE XII: COMMITTEES Standing committees may include: • Intelligence & Investigations (TBD) • Training & Certification (TBD) • Technology & Innovation (TBD) • Legislative Affairs (TBD) • Membership & Ethics (TBD) Committees are: • Appointed by Chair(s) • Approved by Board • Staffed by members in good standing ARTICLE XIII: QUORUM Quorum requires: • Minimum 10 members present • At least two Board Members ARTICLE XIV: DISSOLUTION Upon Board approval: • Organization may dissolve • Assets donated to: Northeast law enforcement foundations Regional task forces

2026 Supply Chain Security Events Transportation & Logistics Council: 52nd Annual TLC Conference Dates: March 15–18, 2026 Location: Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, Franklin, TN SWTSC: 15th Annual Texas Cargo Training Summit Dates: March 18–19, 2026 Location: BNSF HQ, 3000 Lou Menk Drive, Ft. Worth, Texas Cost: Free (Space Limited) Register by: COB March 13, 2026 RSVP: jj@swtsc.com Host Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton, 6828 N. Freeway, Fort Worth, Texas PCSC Annual Educational Seminar Dates: April 7–8, 2026 Location: Hanover Marriott, 1401 Route 10 East, Whippany, New Jersey T1 National Cargo Theft Summit Dates: May 5–6, 2026 Location: Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia, Atlanta, Georgia Registration: Opens February Midwest Cargo Security Council: June Cargo Theft Summit Dates: June 9–10, 2026 Contact: mcsccargotheft@gmail.com | 651-262-9322 Northeast Cargo Security Council Q2 Member Virtual Meeting Date: June 29, 2026 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM est NECSC Q2 Virtual Meeting Registration Jarrett Supply Chain Summit Dates: August 5 –6, 2026 https://www.gojarrett.com/2026-supply-chain-summit Verisk (CargoNet) & Travelers Insurance Proudly Presents: 2026 Cargo Security and Transportation Summit Dates: October 28th - 29th, 2026 Arcadia, CA Registration Details Coming Soon!

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Membership Membership in the Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) gives industry partners direct access to ad-hoc intelligence briefings, emerging theft trends, and relevant news as they’re shared across our network. Members receive periodic reports, invitations to quarterly meetings, and opportunities to collaborate with retailers, manufacturers, motor carriers, brokers, insurers, and law-enforcement agencies to exchange real-world cases and strengthen regional security. Membership funds also help support law-enforcement attendance at national cargo-security conferences, allowing us to sponsor officers and ensure the latest training and insights return to the Northeast. To encourage broader participation and rebuild the Council, the first year of membership is completely free. Join Now!

Report Intelligence Form NECSC will share intelligence and insights derived from submissions with its member base, as deemed appropriate, to support regional awareness and trend identification. All information is distributed for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as verified, actionable intelligence or as part of any formal reporting, investigative, or recovery process. First name* Last name* Company name* Title* Email* Phone #* Describe your incident below.* Submit Submission Acknowledgement & Disclaimer * https://www.necsc.co/report-intell-disclaimer