Smart Container Alliance

🚢During the first General Assembly, the members of the Smart Container Alliance elected their President and two Vice-Presidents for the next two years. We would like to thank our president, 🏗 Cedric ROSEMONT, for inspiring this initiative and for his tireless efforts to raise awareness of the positive impact of smart containers! "I am proud that our industry is joining forces to tackle issues where it can have a societal impact, now that our technologies are mature and can meet the needs of all stakeholders including authorities." Thanks also to our two Vice-Presidents for engaging more proactively in this journey: 🔹Marianna Levtov, SVP Strategic Alliances at Hoopo: “The Smart Container Alliance has the potential to demonstrate that technology providers can work together to drive digital transformation and solve industry-wide challenges. It helps shift the conversation from fragmented solutions towards collective action bringing tangible benefits to shippers, carriers, customs, and regulators alike.” 🔹Erik Lund, EVP and Managing Director of Maritime and Logistics at Nexxiot: “This initiative reflects our commitment to embedding cutting-edge smart container technology into the global value chain. By collaborating with shipowners, regulators, and institutions like the World Customs Organization, we’re driving greater transparency, efficiency, and security—while actively combating illicit trafficking and enabling long-term systemic change.” A big thank you to all three for their dedication and vision! #SmartContainers #DigitalLogistics #Innovation #Leadership #SmartContainerAlliance

Last Tuesday, the Smart Container Alliance held its very first General Assembly inside the World Customs Organization (WCO) headquarters in Brussels.   This has been a great opportunity to have a meaningful discussion regarding the growing importance of smart containers in the fight against illicit trafficking, especially regarding their recognition and inclusion in customs lists.   We were especially happy to have an insightful presentation from Gerhard Retief and David Zeine from the WCO, covering:   🔹 The UNODC-WCO/PCCP’s interest in the evolution of smart containers ; 🔹 The added value of customs-collected data in improving smart solutions ; 🔹 How customs authorities perceive the role of smart containers ; 🔹 The strategic role of the Alliance in promoting smarts containers to ensure a more secure and resilient international supply chain ;   Finally, the meeting also served as a first groundwork for preparing our next collaboration with the WCO, scheduled for September 2025.   A big thank you to all our members and WCO colleagues who made this day such a success !🚀   #SmartContainers #CustomsInnovation #SupplyChain #WCO #DigitalLogistics #TradeFacilitation #SmartContainerAlliance #Brussels

🚢 Mission achieved for the Smart Container Alliance! Yesterday marked a key moment for the Smart Container Alliance journey: we officially launched the Smart Container Alliance with the signing of our Association’s statutes at the Notary, followed by our first General Assembly, held in the WCO building. 📌 During the Assembly, we: ✅ Adopted our 2026 budget ✅ Elected our governance team: President: 🏗 Cedric ROSEMONT (Traxens) Vice-Presidents: Marianna Levtov (Hoopo) & Erik Lund (Nexxiot) ✅Presented the next steps of the Alliance 👏 Congratulations to all! We were also honored by an insightful presentation from Gerhard Retief and David Zeine from the WCO / PCCP 🤝 In the afternoon, Alliance members met with key representatives from DG HOME, DG TAXUD, and DG MOVE to present: The Alliance’s mission and vision and its White paper (https://lnkd.in/ezRMRNFQ) ; The challenges posed by modern smuggling methods ; The benefits of container tracking technology for shipping companies ; The Alliance‘s advocacy strategy to promote smart solutions as tools for more security ; 🙏 A big thank you to the World Customs Organization (WCO) for hosting us during the day. Charles Vincent; Cedric ROSEMONT ; Erik Lund; Joel undir Leitinum ; Marisa Martin ; Ittay Hayut ; Marianna Levtov ; Christian Allred Arviem AG ; ORBCOMM ; Traxens ; Hoopo ; Globe Tracker ; Nexxiot #SmartContainers #SupplyChainSecurity #CustomsInnovation #Logistics #WCO #DigitalTransformation #SmartContainerAlliance

Secured delivery - Our new study report on Smart Security Devices is out next Tuesday, June 10th! The World Customs Organization will publish a major report into the rising impact of Smart Security Devices on logistics and Customs procedures. The report will explore the growing role of connected devices, such as smart locks, track-and-trace sensors, and smart containers, in modernizing the supervision of cross-border cargo and provide detailed analysis of the potential far-reaching impact of these #technologies into everyday #Customs and #trade operations. #StayTuned #smartcontainers #containers #logistics #shipping #cargo

🚢 June 17: A key milestone for the Smart Container Alliance!   On this day, members of the Smart Container Alliance will meet in Brussels for a major step: the official launch of the Alliance, and its inaugural meeting – a defining moment for the community.   🤝 The agenda includes institutional meetings with Mari Jämäläinen (Cabinet of Commissioner Magnus Brunner), Giulio Maria Mancini (DG HOME), and David PETIT (DG TAXUD). 🎯 A great opportunity to increase the visibility of the Alliance, present innovative solutions to fight drug trafficking and the Alliance’s vision for safer maritime trade and more efficient borders.   Smart Container Alliance is also honoured to be hosted by the World Customs Organization, and reflect with them about “Smart Containers against illicit traffics”.  A sincere thank you to the WCO for their strong support.   The Alliance is just getting started its exciting journey! See you in Brussels 😊   Traxens ORBCOMM Nexxiot Hoopo Globe Tracker Arviem AG Erik Lund Cedric ROSEMONT Ittay Hayut Joel undir Leitinum Charles Vincent Marisa Martin   #SmartContainerAlliance #MaritimeSecurity #CustomsInnovation #DrugTrafficking #WCO #EUInstitutions #Brussels

Cargo theft on the rise: Insights from TT Club's latest security bulletin   Cargo theft and drug smuggling are escalating threats in the global supply chain, with TT Club reporting a significant uptick in theft claims year-over-year. Why is this happening? The increasing complexity of trade routes and vessel-sharing agreements Anonymity of containers, making them ideal for illicit activities Fragmented governance structures within the shipping industry What can be done? Smart containers, equipped with real-time tracking and intrusion detection, offer a promising solution. These innovations enable faster response times, better risk management, and improved law enforcement collaboration. As cargo security risks evolve, so must our approach. Technology, data-driven insights, and strategic investment in security solutions will be key to mitigating these threats. This is the key message of the Smart Container Alliance Traxens ORBCOMM Nexxiot Hoopo Globe Tracker Arviem AG Erik Lund Charles Vincent Christian Allred Joel undir Leitinum Ittay Hayut World Customs Organization International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) World Shipping Council TT Club Mike Yarwood   Read the study here :

🌐 Smart Container Alliance Participates in the European Shipping Summit 2025 🚢 The Smart Container Alliance attended at the panel on “Shipping and the Drugs, continuing the Fight against Organised Crime and Illicit Trafficking” at the European Shipping Summit 2025 in Brussels. This session brought together leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to collaborate on effective solutions. Our presence at this summit reaffirms our unwavering commitment to propose advanced technologies to enhance supply chain security and transparency. By working together with key stakeholders, we strive to create an environment where innovation drives progress and fosters a more secure shipping ecosystem. 💡 We remain dedicated to supporting initiatives that ensure the shipping industry serves as a pillar of safety, trust, and global economic growth. We value your insights on this significant topic—feel free to connect with us to share your perspective. 🌊 #ESS #EuropeanShippingSummit2025 #SmartContainerAlliance #SupplyChainSecurity #Innovation

Industry leaders launch Smart Container Alliance #smart #container

Excited to announce that all founding members of the Smart Container Alliance are attending #TPM25 starting today! Looking forward to sharing with our partners how we’ll enhance supply chain security .

Smart Container Alliance is now officially launched to revolutionize global trade security. Industry leaders are coming together to drive innovation, enhance cargo integrity, and strengthen customs collaboration. Smart container technology empowers ocean carriers, logistics operators, and enforcement agencies with real-time visibility, predictive analytics, and security, ensuring safer, more efficient global trade. Erik Lund. Charles Vincent. Christian Allred. Joel undir Leitinum. Ittay Hayut. Arviem AG, Globe Tracker, ORBCOMM, Hoopo, Traxens , Nexxiot World Customs Organization, European Commission, World Shipping Council