To help contractors understand the wider commercial impact of site crime, Clearway has produced a new white paper which is free to download.
Most contractors know only too well the cost of replacing a stolen machine. Far fewer consider the knock-on effects. A stolen excavator or telehandler doesn’t just create an insurance claim. It can delay programmes, leave operatives standing idle, increase plant hire costs, impact client relationships and even expose contractors to contractual penalties if project milestones are missed. In many cases, the true cost of theft is several times greater than the value of the equipment itself.
As construction crime becomes more organised, protecting a site requires more than fences and traditional CCTV. AI-powered monitoring enables genuine threats to be identified faster, helping to prevent incidents before they disrupt projects.
The white paper, which combines industry research and compelling statistics with practical guidance to help contractors protect their projects, margins and reputation, discusses:
- Why plant theft is becoming a major commercial risk
- The hidden costs beyond replacing stolen equipment
- How insurance may not cover the full financial impact
- Why project delays often cost more than the theft itself
- Practical steps to reduce theft and improve site resilience
Click HERE for the free download.
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