Full Truckload
Move full flatbed, step-deck, reefer, dry van, and specialized truckload freight through a network of vetted carriers, 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and one accountable point of contact.
Move oversized, heavy, and time-sensitive freight through St Louis with flatbed carrier support backed by Little John Transportation Services. From machinery and building materials to project cargo along Midwest manufacturing corridors, our team matches the right trailer, plans compliant routing, and keeps your load tracked from pickup to delivery with hands-on communication when schedules matter most.

Open-deck capacity for standard flatbed, heavy-haul, expedited, hot shot, LTL, and cross-border freight moves.
Move full flatbed, step-deck, reefer, dry van, and specialized truckload freight through a network of vetted carriers, 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and one accountable point of contact.
Plan oversize, overweight, and superload freight with specialized trailers, permitting, route engineering, escorts, tracking, and project coordination for machinery, energy, defense, and infrastructure cargo.
Ship smaller flatbed freight without booking a full truckload. LTL flatbed options help balance cost, transit, carrier preference, and tracking visibility across U.S. and Canada lanes.
Keep urgent flatbed freight moving with team-driver service, direct routing, 24/7 dispatch, expedited step-decks, hot-shot trailers, and control-tower visibility for time-critical deliveries.
Use Class 3-5 trucks, 40-foot goosenecks, tilt-decks, and flat-bed hot-shots for smaller urgent loads, project parts, construction needs, and same-day machinery moves.
Move flatbed and specialized freight across U.S.–México lanes with bilingual operations, customs coordination, CTPAT-validated processes, heavy-haul capability, and cross-border trailer capacity.

We start with commodity, dimensions, weight, pickup timing, delivery requirements, and any dock or crane constraints. For St Louis-area shippers, we also account for industrial corridors, weather exposure, and practical access needs.
Shippers trust Little John Transportation Services for complex freight that demands planning, compliance, and accountability.
Little John Transportation Services brings specialized capacity, accountability, and hands-on support to demanding flatbed freight.
30+ years moving flatbed, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight others decline.
St Louis shippers get human updates from teams positioned across key freight corridors.
65,000+ approved carriers are vetted for legal, insurance, and performance standards.
Permits, routing, and documentation support complex Midwest flatbed moves with confidence.
Experienced freight professionals coordinating complex flatbed moves.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Flatbed service is ideal for freight that cannot be loaded into an enclosed van, including machinery, steel, lumber, construction materials, industrial equipment, crated cargo, and oversized components. Little John Transportation Services can match loads with flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, and specialty platforms depending on weight, dimensions, securement needs, and route requirements.
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Flatbed freight support across major U.S., México, and Canada shipping lanes.
North America
Service Area
65M+
Annual Miles
65,000+
Carrier Network
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Recognized specialized transport leadership in North America.
Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.
Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.
Send your lane details, freight dimensions, weight, pickup window, and delivery requirements. Our team will review the load, match appropriate flatbed capacity, and follow up with next steps.
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.
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.