Explosive Ordnance Disposal & Logistics Services

Move sensitive AA&E, hazardous materials, and defense freight with a safety-driven logistics partner built for high-consequence cargo. Little John Transportation Services combines AA&E certification, TPS approval, FMCSA HMSP credentials, 24/7 dispatch, vetted capacity, and audit-ready documentation to support explosive ordnance disposal operations and related secure freight movements across North America.

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Our EOD & Logistics Services

Secure, compliant logistics support for AA&E, hazmat, defense, and high-consequence freight across North America.

AA&E Transport

Coordinate Arms, Ammunition and Explosives freight with certified capacity, secure routing, documentation controls, and experienced teams familiar with defense and government shipment requirements.

TPS Freight

Move TPS-restricted government and military freight with approved protective service coordination, security-aware dispatch, route planning, visibility, and accountability from pickup through delivery.

Hazmat Logistics

Transport hazardous materials across all nine hazard classes with FMCSA HMSP credentials, Hazmat-endorsed operators, Responsible Care practices, and audit-ready safety documentation.

Secure Expedite

Support urgent EOD, defense, AOG, or line-down freight with team-driver service, hot-shot options, direct routing, 24/7 dispatch, and under-60-minute response capability.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Move oversized equipment, project cargo, defense assets, and specialized machinery using flatbed, RGN, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, and engineered heavy-haul capacity.

Cross-Border Freight

Coordinate secure freight across U.S.–México and North American lanes with bilingual operations, customs support, CTPAT-validated processes, and cross-border hazmat capabilities.

Secure Mission Logistics

Secure Movement for High-Risk Freight

High-consequence freight requires more than a truck. Little John Transportation Services coordinates secure capacity, qualified drivers, hazmat controls, protective service requirements, and chain-of-custody documentation for AA&E, government, military, and hazardous shipments. With 30+ years moving cargo most carriers refuse, the team brings disciplined planning, responsive communication, and monitored execution to every sensitive logistics move.

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Trusted By Enterprises

Proven Results

Major enterprises and defense-adjacent shippers rely on disciplined execution for complex, sensitive 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?

Choose a specialized freight partner built for sensitive, regulated, and mission-critical cargo.

Credentialed

AA&E Certified, TPS Approved, and FMCSA HMSP credentialed for sensitive hazardous freight.

Human-Led

Every load is planned, dispatched, tracked, and documented by people who own outcomes.

Deep Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers and 8,000+ dedicated owner-operators support complex capacity needs.

Always On

24/7 dispatch, bilingual support, and audit-ready documentation keep high-stakes freight visible.

Meet The Logistics Team

Experienced operators behind secure specialized freight execution.

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.

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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's the difference between EOD and UXO?

EOD means Explosive Ordnance Disposal, the discipline of identifying, rendering safe, recovering, or disposing of explosive hazards. UXO means unexploded ordnance, which is a type of explosive hazard that failed to function as intended. In logistics, EOD-related support often involves secure transportation, documentation, escorts, and compliance for AA&E, recovered materials, equipment, or mission-critical defense freight.

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North American Coverage

Secure logistics capacity across North America with teams positioned near major freight corridors and border gateways.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65,000+ Approved

Carrier Network

65M+ Covered

Annual Miles

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Tell us your lane and freight requirements for capacity options.

Certified & Ranked

Awards and Recognition

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ACT Transport 50

Recognized as North America’s leading specialized carrier.

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IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

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TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

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Share your commodity, origin, destination, timing, and compliance requirements. A real logistics specialist will review the details and coordinate the right secure 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.