Full Truckload Shipping Services — FTL Transport

Move high-volume freight with dedicated capacity, vetted carriers, and 24/7 dispatch support across the U.S., México, and Canada. Little John Transportation Services coordinates dry van, flatbed, reefer, hazmat, expedited, and specialized full truckload moves with human-first communication, audit-ready documentation, and the operational discipline complex freight requires from pickup through delivery.

Full truckload semi trucks at logistics yard

Our FTL Transport Services

Dedicated truckload capacity for standard, expedited, temperature-controlled, hazmat, cross-border, and specialized freight.

Dry Van FTL

Dedicated dry van truckload capacity for general freight, retail, manufacturing, and distribution lanes requiring direct routing, reliable tracking, and a single accountable team.

Flatbed FTL

Flatbed and step-deck full truckload options for machinery, building products, industrial freight, and oversized cargo needing open-deck equipment and experienced load coordination.

Reefer FTL

Reefer full truckload service for frozen, chilled, protect-from-freeze, food-grade, and pharma freight, supported by thermal-mapped equipment and continuous temperature monitoring.

Expedited FTL

Time-critical truckload capacity with team drivers, direct routing, hot-shot options, and 24/7 dispatch for line-down, AOG, life-sciences, defense, and urgent project freight.

Hazmat FTL

Hazmat truckload service across all nine hazard classes, supported by HMSP credentials, hazmat-certified BCOs, TPS approval, AA&E certification, and safety-driven execution.

Drop Trailers

Pre-positioned trailer pools for high-volume shippers that reduce dock dwell, improve trailer turns, smooth scheduling, and support predictable capacity during seasonal surges.

Dispatcher tracking full truckload shipments

Our Full Truckload Process

Share Your Freight Requirements

Send load details including origin, destination, commodity, dimensions, weight, equipment needs, appointment times, and compliance requirements. A real team reviews the freight profile and identifies the best full truckload solution.

Match the Right Capacity

Coordinate Dispatch and Documentation

Track Every Mile

Confirm Delivery and Closeout

Trusted By Leaders

Customer Success

Trusted by leading enterprises for complex, high-stakes freight across North America.

"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?

Choose a full truckload partner built for complex, high-accountability freight.

Human Support

Every load is handled by real people who answer, coordinate, and own the outcome.

Vetted Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers are vetted for legal, insurance, identity, and performance standards.

North America

Teams coordinate freight across the U.S., México, and Canada with strategic cross-border hubs.

Compliance Depth

Credentials support hazmat, TPS, AA&E, CTPAT, FAST, CSA, and audit-ready documentation.

Meet the FTL Team

Experienced operators managing complex truckload freight with accountability.

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 full truckload shipping?

Full truckload shipping means your freight uses an entire trailer or dedicated truck capacity, typically moving direct from pickup to delivery without shared terminal handling. It is ideal for larger shipments, high-value cargo, time-sensitive freight, or loads requiring specialized equipment such as flatbeds, reefers, step-decks, hazmat capacity, or cross-border coordination.

When should I choose FTL instead of LTL?

What equipment is available for FTL transport?

Do you handle cross-border full truckload freight?

Can FTL shipments be temperature controlled?

How is full truckload shipping priced?

How will my truckload shipment be tracked?

Can you move hazmat, oversize, or specialized FTL freight?

Still Have Truckload Questions?

Get clear answers from a real logistics specialist.

North American Service Areas

Full truckload capacity across North America, supported by strategic branches and cross-border logistics hubs.

Need Capacity in Your Lane?

Share your origin, destination, and freight details with our team.

Recognized Leader

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North American specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes Specialized Transport recognition badge

IC Cranes Top 5

Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy award badge

TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy freight carrier.

Ready to Move Your Next Truckload?

Tell us your lane, equipment needs, timeline, and freight requirements. Our team will review capacity options, compliance needs, and routing details, then follow up with a practical full truckload solution.

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.