Project Cargo & Heavy Lift Freight Services, Houston

Move oversize, overweight, and superload freight through Houston with a team built for complex cargo, heavy industry, and Gulf Coast energy schedules. Little John Transportation Services coordinates route engineering, permits, specialized trailers, escorts, and tracking from pickup to delivery, giving shippers one accountable partner for project cargo that cannot afford delays or damage anywhere nationwide.

Heavy lift freight truck hauling industrial cargo in Houston

Our Project Cargo & Heavy Lift Freight Services

Specialized freight solutions for oversize, overweight, urgent, and cross-border project cargo.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Full-cycle oversize, overweight, and superload transport with planning, specialized trailers, permitting, escorts, tracking, and one accountable contact for complex industrial cargo.

Permitting & Routing

Permitting and route engineering support for oversize and overweight freight, including clearance review, escort planning, route feasibility, and compliance coordination across demanding lanes.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed capacity for machinery, steel, building systems, industrial components, and project freight that requires open-deck access, securement expertise, and flexible loading options.

Hot Shot Freight

Rapid-response hot shot service for urgent project parts, oilfield needs, construction components, and smaller heavy freight requiring direct routing and same-day dispatch.

Expedited Freight

Time-critical project freight support with team-driver service, direct routes, hot-shot capacity, air freight handoff, 24/7 dispatch, and under 60-minute response time.

Cross-Border Cargo

Cross-border project cargo service for U.S.–México freight, supported by bilingual operations, CTPAT-validated processes, customs coordination, heavy-haul capacity, and Laredo transloading infrastructure.

Heavy-haul convoy transporting oversized machinery

Our Heavy Lift Freight Process

Review Cargo And Site Requirements

We review cargo dimensions, weights, lift points, schedule constraints, site access, and lane requirements. For Houston-area freight, that includes port, refinery, construction, and industrial facility considerations before equipment or routing decisions are made.

Engineer Routes And Secure Permits

Match Equipment And Operators

Dispatch And Monitor The Load

Coordinate Final Delivery

Trusted By Industry

Success Stories

See how complex shippers trust disciplined planning, compliant equipment, and accountable communication for demanding freight.

"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 brings specialized capacity, compliance discipline, and real communication to demanding freight.

Experience

Three decades moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border cargo most carriers decline.

Permit Scale

100,000+ permits yearly support complex Houston lanes, Gulf routes, and multi-state oversize moves.

Specialized Capacity

Access 2,700+ specialized trailers for heavy lift, refinery, energy, and industrial freight.

Human Tracking

Real teams provide 24/7 tracking, bilingual support, and accountability from pickup through delivery.

Meet The Houston Team

Operator-led freight experts for complex cargo moves.

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 project cargo?

Project cargo is freight that is large, heavy, high-value, time-sensitive, or operationally complex enough to require custom planning instead of standard truckload service. It often includes machinery, refinery equipment, power generation components, data center infrastructure, aerospace parts, wind-energy components, or industrial modules. Successful project cargo moves require route engineering, permits, specialized equipment, escorts, securement planning, and proactive communication.

What is the difference between heavy-haul and heavy lift freight?

Do you handle permits and route engineering?

What equipment is used for project cargo and heavy lift freight?

Can you support heavy cargo moves in and out of Houston?

How far in advance should I schedule a heavy-haul shipment?

Do you handle cross-border project cargo?

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Areas We Serve

Serving Houston shippers and complex freight networks across the United States, México, and Canada daily.

Need Coverage For Your Lane?

Tell us your origin, destination, freight dimensions, and delivery window.

Recognized Leaders

Awards and Recognition

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ACT Transport 50

Industry-leading specialized transport ranking.

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IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

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TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.

Plan Your Heavy Lift Move

Share your dimensions, weights, lane details, and timeline. A Little John Transportation Services specialist will review the move and respond with practical next steps.

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.