Trusted Freight Transportation Arrangement Services

Move complex freight with a transportation partner that coordinates the right equipment, carrier, documentation, and visibility from pickup through delivery. Little John Transportation Services arranges dependable full truckload, LTL, expedited, heavy-haul, temperature-controlled, hazmat, and cross-border capacity across North America—backed by real people, 24/7 dispatch, and safety-driven execution for shipments that demand more.

Freight trucks transporting commercial cargo

Our Freight Transportation Arrangement Services

Flexible capacity, specialized equipment, and hands-on coordination for demanding domestic and cross-border freight.

Full Truckload

Arrange dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, container, and chassis capacity for domestic, cross-border, regional, long-haul, and expedited full truckload shipments with continuous dispatch support.

Less-Than-Truckload

Ship smaller van or flatbed loads across the United States and Canada with multi-carrier rate options, direct booking, centralized pricing, and track-and-trace visibility through an easy-to-use transportation management system.

Expedited Freight

Keep time-critical freight moving with direct routing, team-driver service, hot-shot options, pre-cleared drivers, and 24/7 dispatch designed for urgent line-down, AOG, life-sciences, and defense shipments.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Coordinate oversize, overweight, and superload moves with specialized trailers, route engineering, permitting, escorts, tracking, supplemental coverage, and a single point of contact from planning through delivery.

Hazmat Solutions

Arrange compliant transportation for all nine hazard classes, including sensitive government and military freight, through Hazmat-certified capacity, safety-focused handling practices, and audit-ready documentation.

Cross-Border Freight

Manage freight between the United States, México, and Canada with bilingual operations, customs and border coordination, bonded handling, secure capacity, and specialized equipment for complex international moves.

Specialized Capacity Solutions

Complex Freight, Coordinated With Confidence

Little John Transportation Services turns complicated shipping requirements into a clear transportation plan. Your dedicated team matches freight with appropriate capacity, coordinates pickup and delivery details, manages compliance paperwork, and keeps you informed around the clock. From sensitive temperature-controlled products to oversized equipment and cross-border cargo, every shipment receives accountable oversight, carrier vetting, and responsive human support across North America.

Dispatcher coordinating specialized freight shipment
Built For Demanding Loads

Trusted Freight Partnerships

See why leading shippers rely on accountable coordination for complex freight.

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

Jorge Otero

"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

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"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

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

Jorge Otero

"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

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"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

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

Jorge Otero

"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

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"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?

Specialized planning and human accountability for freight that cannot be left to chance.

30+ Years

Experienced operators have handled specialized freight challenges since 1995 across North America.

Vetted Capacity

Access 65,000+ approved carriers reviewed for legal, insurance, and performance standards.

Always Accountable

Real teams plan, dispatch, track, and own each shipment outcome 24/7.

Compliance Depth

Certified capacity supports hazmat, security-sensitive, cross-border, and audit-ready freight requirements.

Meet Our Freight Team

Experienced people who take ownership of every load.

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 freight transportation arrangement?

A freight transportation arrangement is the coordination of a shipment between a shipper and qualified transportation capacity. It typically includes selecting the right equipment and carrier, obtaining rates, scheduling pickup, managing documents, monitoring transit, and resolving exceptions. For specialized freight, the arrangement may also include permits, escort coordination, temperature controls, hazardous-materials requirements, customs support, or secure chain-of-custody procedures.

What is FCR and BL?

What is transportation arrangement?

What freight services can be arranged?

How is the right carrier selected for my shipment?

Can you arrange expedited or same-day freight?

How are hazmat and oversize loads handled?

What tracking and documentation are available?

Need Help Planning a Shipment?

Talk with a freight specialist about capacity, timing, and compliance.

Serving North American Freight

Coordinated transportation capacity across key U.S., México, and Canada freight corridors.

Do You Serve My Freight Lane?

Ask our team about coverage, equipment, and available capacity.

Recognized Industry Leadership

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition

ACT Transport 50

Ranked #1 in North America for 16 years.

IC Cranes specialized transport recognition

IC Cranes Ranking

Ranked #5 globally for specialized transport.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy recognition

TT Top 100

Ranked #1 in Flatbed/Heavy.

Arrange Freight With a Team That Owns It

Share your lane, freight details, timing, and special requirements. A transportation specialist will help identify the right capacity and coordination 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.