Container Drayage Services, Chattanooga, TN

Keep containers moving through Chattanooga’s I-75/I-24 freight corridor with coordinated drayage support from Little John Transportation Services. Our team connects rail, chassis, yard, and door-to-door capacity with 24/7 dispatch and tracking, helping manufacturers, distributors, and project shippers reduce dwell, protect schedules, and maintain dependable flow across Tennessee Valley supply chains from local ramps to regional destinations.

Container drayage truck in Chattanooga freight corridor

Our Container Drayage Services

Container, chassis, rail, and door-to-door coordination for Chattanooga shippers moving time-sensitive intermodal freight.

Intermodal Drayage

Coordinate container moves between rail ramps, warehouses, distribution centers, and final delivery points with capacity built for door-to-door intermodal execution across North America.

Container Chassis

Access container and chassis support through a broad carrier network, helping shippers reduce equipment delays and keep loaded or empty boxes moving on schedule.

Door-to-Door Routing

Connect drayage moves with warehouse delivery, yard coordination, and onward routing for a smoother container flow from ramp release through final handoff.

Dispatcher coordinating container drayage shipment

Our Container Drayage Process

Confirm Container And Lane Details

We confirm container type, pickup point, delivery location, required dates, weight, commodity, and chassis needs. For Chattanooga freight, we account for ramp timing, receiver windows, and I-75/I-24 corridor constraints before capacity is assigned.

Coordinate Chassis And Capacity

Track Pickup Through Delivery

Complete Return And Documentation

Proven Freight Results

Success Stories

See how dependable coordination helps complex freight move with fewer delays and stronger accountability.

"El agente Landstar XKN en Little John's es excelente. Guillermo y Alam en XKN son muy profesionales, siempre me tratan con dignidad y respeto. Son bilingües español/inglés. Su operación de despacho está entre las mejores de Landstar. Hacen que el transporte vuelva a ser grandioso."

Gustavo Gonzalez
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a freight partner built for accountable container coordination and complex logistics.

Experience

30+ years coordinating complex freight for manufacturers, distributors, and high-stakes supply chains.

Visibility

24/7 dispatch and tracking help Chattanooga shippers protect tight delivery and ramp windows.

Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers support flexible capacity across regional, national, and cross-border lanes.

Compliance

Audit-ready processes and safety credentials support dependable freight movement through Tennessee logistics corridors.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced freight professionals coordinating complex container moves.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does container drayage mean?

Container drayage is the short-distance movement of shipping containers between ports, rail ramps, warehouses, distribution centers, or final delivery points. In practice, it connects intermodal transportation to local or regional trucking. A drayage provider coordinates the container, chassis, pickup appointment, delivery window, tracking, and return so freight keeps moving without unnecessary dwell or demurrage.

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Freight Service Areas

Coordinated freight coverage across North America, supporting Chattanooga shippers with regional and cross-border capacity.

Need Coverage For Your Container Lane?

Share your origin, destination, and timing to confirm capacity.

Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized for specialized freight leadership in North America.

IC Cranes Specialized Transport recognition

IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for crane and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy award

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy freight industry ranking.

Move Your Chattanooga Containers With Confidence

Tell us your container, ramp, chassis, timing, and delivery requirements. A real logistics specialist will review the details and coordinate the right drayage solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.