Secure License to Transport Dangerous Goods by Road

Move regulated dangerous goods by road with a transportation partner built for safety, documentation, and compliance. Little John Transportation Services supports hazmat freight across all nine hazard classes, including AA&E and TPS-restricted commodities, with FMCSA HMSP authority, hazmat-certified BCOs, audit-ready paperwork, and hands-on coordination from planning through delivery.

Hazmat truck transporting dangerous goods by road

Our Dangerous Goods Road Services

Licensed dangerous goods road transport supported by certified teams, security controls, and audit-ready documentation.

Hazmat Transport

Road transportation for all nine hazard classes, backed by FMCSA HMSP authority, hazmat-certified BCOs, Responsible Care practices, and compliance support from pickup through delivery.

AA&E Freight

Certified support for Arms, Ammunition & Explosives shipments with 35+ years of experience and training standards that exceed DoD frequency requirements.

TPS Freight

Transportation Protective Service approval for sensitive government and military freight requiring heightened security, qualified handling, controlled communication, and audit-ready coordination.

Hazmat freight team reviewing road transport documents

Our Dangerous Goods Transport Process

Classify the Dangerous Goods

The team reviews commodity classification, hazard class, packaging, origin, destination, security needs, and timing requirements. This confirms whether HMSP, TPS, AA&E, cross-border, or specialized documentation controls are needed before the load is accepted.

Plan Route and Compliance

Assign Certified Capacity

Track Through Delivery

Trusted By Leaders

Proven Freight Results

Trusted by major enterprises to move complex freight safely, compliantly, and without excuses.

"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?

Choose a specialized freight partner with the credentials, network, and discipline dangerous goods require.

HMSP Holder

FMCSA HMSP authority supports regulated dangerous goods that many carriers cannot legally transport.

Certified Network

Every BCO in the network is hazmat-certified for safer, compliant road transportation.

Audit Ready

Teams maintain chain-of-custody, shipping papers, and compliance records for audit readiness.

Human Support

Real people coordinate dispatch, tracking, and exceptions across North American freight lanes.

Meet the Hazmat Team

Operator-led transportation teams focused on complex freight.

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

Do you need to be certified to ship dangerous goods?

Yes. Dangerous goods typically require certified hazmat handling, properly trained personnel, compliant equipment, and accurate shipping documentation. Little John Transportation Services is an FMCSA HMSP holder, and every BCO in the network is hazmat-certified. For sensitive commodities, the company also supports TPS-restricted freight and AA&E transportation with training standards that exceed DoD frequency requirements.

How much does it cost to get a hazmat license?

What types of dangerous goods can be transported by road?

What documents are required for dangerous goods road transport?

What is an FMCSA HMSP?

Can you transport TPS-restricted government freight?

Do you handle arms, ammunition, and explosives?

How quickly can dangerous goods be transported?

Still Have Dangerous Goods Questions?

Get clear guidance before your regulated shipment moves.

North American Coverage

Dangerous goods transportation support across North America, backed by teams positioned near key freight corridors.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65M+ Miles

Annual Miles

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

Need Hazmat Capacity in Your Lane?

Tell us your lane and commodity requirements.

Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 ranking badge

ACT Transport 50

16 consecutive years recognized in North America.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport ranking badge

IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy ranking badge

TT Top 100

Recognized leader in flatbed and heavy transport.

Ready to Move Dangerous Goods Safely?

Share your commodity details, origin, destination, and timing requirements. Our team will review compliance needs and coordinate the right hazmat-capable capacity.

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.