Expert Cross Border Heavy Haul Trucking Services

Move oversize, overweight, and high-value freight across borders with confidence. Little John Transportation Services coordinates heavy-haul trucking throughout the United States, México, and Canada with bilingual support, permitting, route engineering, secure facilities, and real-time tracking. From superloads to specialized project cargo, our teams manage the details that keep complex cross-border freight compliant, protected, and on schedule.

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Our Cross Border Heavy Haul Trucking Services

Specialized cross-border trucking solutions for heavy, oversized, regulated, and time-critical freight across North America.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Specialized movement for oversize, overweight, and superload freight using flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, multi-axle platforms, and custom equipment for demanding industrial cargo.

U.S.–México Border

U.S.–México cross-border freight supported by bilingual operations, CTPAT-validated processes, customs brokerage coordination, bonded cargo handling, secure Laredo facilities, and heavy-haul transloading capability.

Canada Border

Canada cross-border capacity for specialized, flatbed, expedited, van, container, rail, air, and ocean freight, supported by CSA, FAST, C-TPAT, and customs coordination.

Permitting Support

Oversize and overweight permitting supported by route engineering, jurisdiction review, escort planning, and compliance coordination for complex heavy-haul freight across North American lanes.

Hazmat Freight

Hazardous heavy-haul transportation for regulated commodities, supported by FMCSA HMSP authority, hazmat-certified operators, Responsible Care practices, and TPS or AA&E capabilities for sensitive freight.

Expedited Projects

Time-critical project cargo moved with team-driver service, direct routing, 24/7 dispatch, real-time tracking, and expedited flatbed, step-deck, hot-shot, or specialty equipment.

Heavy-haul logistics team planning a cross-border route

Our Cross-Border Heavy-Haul Process

Review Freight And Border Requirements

We begin by reviewing freight dimensions, weight, commodity details, origin, destination, timing, and border requirements. Your dedicated contact identifies the right equipment, compliance needs, customs considerations, and any special handling before the load moves.

Engineer Routes And Secure Permits

Assign Specialized Equipment And Capacity

Coordinate Customs And Border Movement

Track Delivery Through Final Handoff

Trusted By Leaders

Success Stories

Trusted by leading manufacturers, technology companies, energy providers, and defense shippers for complex freight.

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity with people who take ownership of every load.

Experience

Three decades moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers decline.

Bilingual Support

Bilingual teams in Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara support complex U.S.–México freight movement.

Compliance

Permits, route engineering, customs coordination, tracking, and documentation are handled end to end.

Capacity

65,000+ vetted carriers and thousands of specialized trailers support demanding project cargo.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced operators coordinating complex freight across North America.

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 cross border mean in trucking?

In trucking, cross border means freight moves between countries, typically requiring customs coordination, documentation, carrier compliance, and transfer or direct movement across an international border. For heavy-haul shipments, it can also involve permits, route surveys, escorts, bonded cargo handling, bilingual dispatch, and equipment coordination on both sides of the border.

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North American Service Areas

Serving specialized freight lanes across North America with teams positioned near major logistics hubs.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65,000+ Approved Carriers

Carrier Network

65M+ Miles Covered

Annual Miles

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Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized as North America’s leading specialized transport carrier.

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IC Cranes Global

Global recognition in cranes and specialized transport.

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TT Top 100

Ranked first for flatbed and heavy-haul capability.

Plan Your Cross-Border Heavy-Haul Move

Tell us about your freight dimensions, route, timing, and border requirements. Our team will review the load details and respond with a coordinated heavy-haul plan.

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.