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.
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.

Specialized freight solutions for oversize, overweight, urgent, and cross-border project cargo.
Full-cycle oversize, overweight, and superload transport with planning, specialized trailers, permitting, escorts, tracking, and one accountable contact for complex industrial cargo.
Permitting and route engineering support for oversize and overweight freight, including clearance review, escort planning, route feasibility, and compliance coordination across demanding lanes.
Flatbed capacity for machinery, steel, building systems, industrial components, and project freight that requires open-deck access, securement expertise, and flexible loading options.
Rapid-response hot shot service for urgent project parts, oilfield needs, construction components, and smaller heavy freight requiring direct routing and same-day dispatch.
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 project cargo service for U.S.–México freight, supported by bilingual operations, CTPAT-validated processes, customs coordination, heavy-haul capacity, and Laredo transloading infrastructure.

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.
See how complex shippers trust disciplined planning, compliant equipment, and accountable communication for demanding freight.
Little John Transportation Services brings specialized capacity, compliance discipline, and real communication to demanding freight.
Three decades moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border cargo most carriers decline.
100,000+ permits yearly support complex Houston lanes, Gulf routes, and multi-state oversize moves.
Access 2,700+ specialized trailers for heavy lift, refinery, energy, and industrial freight.
Real teams provide 24/7 tracking, bilingual support, and accountability from pickup through delivery.
Operator-led freight experts for complex cargo moves.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.
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Serving Houston shippers and complex freight networks across the United States, México, and Canada daily.
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Industry-leading specialized transport ranking.
Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.
Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.
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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.
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.