Expert International Heavy Haul Transport Services

Move oversized, overweight, and high-value cargo across borders with a team built for complexity. Little John Transportation Services coordinates international heavy haul planning, specialized trailers, permitting, route engineering, escorts, customs support, and live tracking across the United States, México, and Canada—helping industrial shippers protect schedules, compliance, and cargo integrity from origin to final delivery.

International heavy haul truck transporting oversized industrial equipment

Our International Heavy Haul Transport Services

Specialized international heavy haul solutions for oversized, regulated, and cross-border freight across North America.

Project Cargo

Specialized transport for oversize, overweight, and superload freight using 2,700+ specialized trailers, route engineering, permitting, escorts, tracking, and single-point coordination for industrial, energy, defense, and infrastructure cargo.

U.S.–México Cross-Border

CTPAT-validated cross-border freight support with bilingual operations, customs coordination, 250+ México interchange agreements, and a 50-acre Laredo facility equipped for heavy-haul transloading and secure trailer handling.

Canada Cross-Border

Access Canada, the U.S., and México through specialized, flatbed, expedited, container, rail, air, and ocean capacity, supported by CSA, FAST, C-TPAT, bonded, and in-bond freight capabilities.

Permitting & Routing

Oversize and overweight loads receive permitting, route planning, escort coordination, and engineering support designed to keep complex shipments compliant across jurisdictions from pickup through delivery.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed capacity supports machinery, building systems, industrial cargo, and freight that requires crane, side, or top loading, with access to broader specialized trailer options when dimensions demand more.

Hazmat Transport

Hazardous freight support covers all nine hazard classes, including AA&E and TPS-restricted commodities, backed by FMCSA HMSP authority, hazmat-certified BCOs, Responsible Care practices, and audit-ready documentation.

Heavy haul route planning team reviewing oversized freight plans

Our Heavy Haul Planning Process

Review Cargo And Lane Requirements

We begin by reviewing cargo dimensions, weight, commodity, origin, destination, timing, loading method, and compliance needs. This confirms whether the move requires standard heavy-haul capacity, superload planning, hazardous-material handling, or cross-border coordination.

Select Specialized Trailer Capacity

Engineer Routes And Permits

Dispatch, Track, And Deliver

Trusted By Enterprises

Proven Freight Results

Trusted by enterprise shippers for heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight that demands precision.

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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?

Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity with hands-on accountability for demanding freight.

Experience

Thirty-plus years moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border cargo other carriers often refuse.

Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers and 8,000+ owner-operators support complex North American lanes.

Compliance

Permits, documentation, customs coordination, and safety standards are built into every load.

Communication

Real teams provide 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and bilingual support across U.S.–México freight corridors.

Meet The Heavy Haul Team

Meet the people behind complex 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.

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 international heavy haul transport?

International heavy haul transport moves oversized or overweight cargo across national borders using specialized trailers, engineered routes, permits, escorts, and customs coordination. Typical freight includes industrial machinery, power-generation components, aerospace equipment, mining assets, construction equipment, and data infrastructure. Little John Transportation Services supports cross-border moves across the United States, México, and Canada with specialized capacity and experienced operations teams.

How much does international heavy haul transport cost?

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Can you handle heavy haul freight into México and Canada?

How do you choose the right trailer for my load?

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Still Have Heavy Haul Questions?

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North American Coverage

Serving complex freight lanes across North America with teams positioned near major logistics hubs.

Need Cross-Border Heavy Haul Coverage?

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Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized as North America’s leading specialized carrier.

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IC Global Ranking

Global recognition for crane and specialized transport.

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TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy-haul transportation provider.

Plan Your Heavy Haul Move

Tell us about your dimensions, weight, origin, destination, timing, and compliance requirements. Our team will review the lane, equipment needs, permitting path, and coordination details for your heavy haul move.

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.