Trucking & LogisticsBilling

DetentionClaim: Automated Detention Billing

Detention Pay Made Easy for Owner-Operators

Opp. Score

Reports

Severity

3Medium

Trend

stable

First Seen

Apr 22, 2026

App Concept

DetentionClaim: Automated Detention Billing

DetentionClaim is a mobile app that automatically logs detention events using GPS and timers, then generates and sends professional invoices to brokers. It provides market-rate data to justify charges and includes a dispute resolution messenger to maintain positive broker relationships.

Key Features

Automated detention event capture with GPS and timer
One-tap invoice generation with market rates
Broker-friendly communication templates and dispute tool
Dashboard to track outstanding claims and payment status

Target Users: Owner-operators and small trucking fleets who frequently face detention but avoid claiming pay due to hassle and relationship risks.

Revenue Model: Freemium with a monthly subscription for unlimited claims; commission-free, flat fee per invoice (e.g., $2/invoice) or premium tier for advanced analytics and integrations.

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