Supply chain visibility device

The Nexxiot Cargo Monitor attaches to the cargo within the container identifying cargo-damaging shocks, excessive humidity, condensation, temperature, provenance and security issues. The sensor can also connect to Wireless Maritime Services which provides connectivity on ocean vessels at sea via cellular and IoT networks.

“There are approximately 40 million standard intermodal shipping containers in use around the world today, most of which are not tracked in any way,” said Matilda Bouchet, managing director, head of cargo at Nexxiot.

“Nexxiot’s new Cargo Monitor device seeks to completely shift the paradigm by providing end-to-end visibility and critical data in a rugged, cost-effective and easy-to-deploy package.”

The monitor combines the Nexxiot’s TradeTech hardware with algorithms to provide functionality across a wide range of cargo types. Shippers can prove the location, status and quality of cargo quality along with demonstrating process accountability and transparency on delivery times.

The monitor can also be used to help accelerate essential processes such as freight declarations, customs checks and stowage planning.

The hardware device also includes onboard power management and recharging, and over-the-air firmware updates. Active for 90 days, the data transmission is guaranteed for the entire length of the journey, even in longer international supply chains.