Reliable Drayage Loads for Carriers

Keep your tractors moving with consistent drayage loads backed by Little John Transportation Services and the Landstar network. From containers and chassis to rail ramp and cross-border moves, our team connects qualified carriers with freight that fits their lanes, equipment, and availability—supported by hands-on dispatch, compliance-minded coordination, and real people who answer the phone.

Container truck hauling drayage freight near rail yard

Our Drayage Load Services

Container, chassis, intermodal, and cross-border opportunities coordinated by experienced teams across major North American freight corridors.

Intermodal Drayage

Access rail and intermodal freight opportunities involving containers, chassis, and door-to-door routing across North America, coordinated by experienced dispatch teams and supported by broad carrier capacity.

Container Moves

Move container and chassis freight between ramps, yards, warehouses, cross-docks, and customer facilities with clear dispatch instructions, tracking support, and documentation expectations from pickup through delivery.

Cross-Border Loads

Support freight moving across U.S., México, and Canada corridors with bilingual operations, customs coordination, trailer interchange options, and teams positioned near key gateways like Laredo and Calexico.

Dispatcher coordinating drayage load with container truck

How Our Drayage Load Process Works

Share Your Capacity and Lanes

Tell our team where you run, what equipment you operate, and when your trucks are available. We use that information to identify drayage, container, chassis, rail, and cross-border opportunities that fit your network.

Confirm Compliance and Fit

Receive Load and Dispatch Details

Move Freight With Live Support

Submit Documentation After Delivery

Trusted By Shippers

Carrier Success Stories

Trusted by major shippers and long-term customers for complex freight that requires accountable execution.

"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?

Carrier partnerships work best when freight, communication, and accountability stay aligned.

Human Support

Real teams answer the phone and help resolve load issues before they become bigger problems.

Network Scale

Carrier opportunities are backed by a network of 65,000+ approved carriers and 8,000+ owner-operators.

Border Reach

Teams near Laredo, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Calexico support border-sensitive drayage and intermodal freight.

Compliance First

Compliance-minded coordination supports audit-ready paperwork, tracking, and chain-of-custody documentation for complex loads.

Meet The Carrier Team

Meet the people 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 is a drayage load?

A drayage load is a short-haul move that transports a container or trailer between a port, rail ramp, warehouse, cross-dock, customer facility, or border location. These loads are often time-sensitive and require precise coordination around appointments, chassis availability, documentation, and terminal requirements. For carriers, drayage can help keep equipment moving on regional lanes with consistent freight opportunities.

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Have More Carrier Questions?

Speak with a real logistics specialist about available carrier opportunities.

North American Coverage

We coordinate carrier opportunities across North America, with teams near major freight and border corridors.

Looking for Loads in Your Area?

Share your operating areas and equipment to explore matching opportunities.

Recognized Carrier Network

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award logo

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North American specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport recognition logo

IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for specialized transport capability.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy recognition logo

TT Top 100

Trusted flatbed and heavy freight leadership.

Ready to Move More Drayage Loads?

Tell us your lanes, equipment, and availability. Our team will help identify drayage load opportunities that match your capacity.

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.