Flatbed Trucking Companies in Virginia

Move complex, oversized, and time-sensitive freight with a flatbed partner built for Virginia’s busy manufacturing corridors, port operations around Hampton Roads, and I-81/I-95 lanes. Little John Transportation Services combines 30+ years of specialized freight experience, vetted capacity, route planning, permits, and 24/7 tracking so your cargo moves safely, legally, and on schedule across regional markets.

Flatbed truck hauling industrial freight in Virginia

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Open-deck freight solutions for standard, urgent, oversized, and project-based flatbed shipments.

Flatbed Trailers

Standard flatbed capacity for machinery, steel, lumber, building materials, and other open-deck freight requiring side, top, or rear loading with proper securement.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Specialized flatbed and heavy-haul support for oversize, overweight, and superload freight, backed by project planning, escorts, tracking, and specialized trailer capacity.

Oversize Permitting

Permitting and route engineering for complex flatbed freight, including oversize permits, approved routing, bridge clearance considerations, escorts, and pilot car coordination.

Full Truckload

Full truckload flatbed service for dedicated shipments across regional, long-haul, cross-border, government, military, and specialized lanes with 24/7 dispatch and tracking.

Hot Shot Freight

Fast flatbed and gooseneck capacity for urgent project parts, construction needs, AOG support, power generation components, and same-day machinery moves.

LTL Flatbed

Less-than-truckload flatbed options for smaller open-deck shipments, with centralized pricing, carrier selection, electronic access, and tracking across the United States and Canada.

Logistics team planning a flatbed freight route

Our Five-Step Flatbed Freight Process

Confirm Load Requirements and Timeline

We capture freight dimensions, weight, commodity type, pickup requirements, delivery constraints, and timeline. For Virginia lanes, we also consider port access, jobsite conditions, and major corridor timing before recommending equipment.

Match the Right Flatbed Equipment

Plan Permits, Routes, and Escorts

Dispatch, Track, and Communicate Live

Deliver With Documentation and Follow-Up

Proven Freight Results

Success Stories

Trusted by major manufacturers, technology leaders, energy companies, and industrial shippers for complex freight moves.

"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?

Little John Transportation Services brings specialized capacity, compliance discipline, and human-first execution to every load.

Human Support

Virginia shippers get real people coordinating flatbed loads, not automated vendor queues.

Trailer Depth

Capacity spans flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, hot shots, and specialized trailers.

Compliance First

Permitting, securement, and routing support fit Hampton Roads, I-81, and I-95 freight realities.

24/7 Tracking

Every load benefits from dispatch visibility, tracking, documentation, and accountable communication.

Meet the Flatbed Team

Operator-led freight specialists who manage complex cargo personally.

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 a flatbed trucking company do?

A flatbed trucking company moves freight that cannot easily fit inside a standard enclosed trailer. This includes machinery, building materials, steel, oversized components, construction equipment, and project cargo. Flatbeds allow loading from the top, side, or rear, making them practical for cranes, forklifts, and irregular freight that requires securement instead of enclosure.

When should I use flatbed trucking instead of dry van?

Can you handle oversize or overweight flatbed loads in Virginia?

What types of equipment are available for flatbed freight?

How quickly can a Virginia flatbed shipment be dispatched?

Do you provide permits, escorts, and route planning?

How is my flatbed shipment tracked and protected?

Do you move flatbed freight across state lines, Canada, or México?

Still Have Flatbed Questions?

Get practical answers before you commit to a carrier.

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Flatbed capacity for Virginia shippers with nationwide reach, cross-border support, and responsive dispatch through key freight corridors.

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Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Sixteen-year North American specialized transport recognition.

IC Cranes Specialized Transport award badge

IC Transport Ranking

Global ranking for crane and specialized transport capability.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy award badge

TT Top 100

Leading flatbed and heavy-haul transport recognition.

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Tell us your dimensions, origin, destination, and timeline. A real logistics specialist will review your load, confirm equipment options, and help plan the next move.

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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.