Reefer Trucking Services, Florida

Protect temperature-sensitive freight across Florida with reefer trucking built for heat, humidity, port schedules, and strict compliance. Little John Transportation Services supports frozen, chilled, pharma, and food-grade shipments with thermal-mapped equipment, 24/7 live temperature monitoring, GDP-compliant capacity, and audit-ready chain-of-custody from pickup through delivery.

Reefer truck on a Florida highway

Our Reefer Trucking Services Services

Reliable reefer capacity for frozen, chilled, pharma, multi-temp, expedited, and cross-border temperature-controlled shipments.

Frozen Freight

Move frozen commodities with reefer capacity designed for strict temperature control, continuous logging, and live exception alerts from pickup through final delivery.

Chilled Freight

Protect produce, beverages, dairy, and other perishables with chilled reefer service supported by pre-cool confirmation, sanitation logs, and monitored transit.

Pharma Cold Chain

Support pharmaceuticals and life-sciences freight with GDP-compliant reefer capacity, audit-ready chain-of-custody, continuous temperature logging, and documentation discipline.

Multi-Temp Trailers

Ship mixed temperature freight in partitioned or multi-temp trailers, helping maintain separate frozen, chilled, or protect-from-freeze conditions in one move.

Expedited Reefer

Handle urgent refrigerated loads with expedited cold chain and team-driver options, direct routing, 24/7 dispatch, and under-60-minute response capabilities.

Cross-Border Reefer

Move temperature-sensitive freight across U.S., México, and Canada lanes with cross-border reefer options, customs coordination, and monitored cold chain execution.

Dispatcher monitoring refrigerated freight temperature

Our Cold Chain Shipping Process

Confirm Load Requirements

We confirm commodity requirements, temperature range, lane details, dock timing, and documentation needs before assigning capacity. For Florida freight, planning accounts for heat exposure, port activity, and seasonal demand that can affect pickup and delivery windows.

Prepare Reefer Equipment

Dispatch And Track

Monitor Every Mile

Deliver With Documentation

Trusted By Enterprises

Customer Confidence

Trusted by major enterprises that require accountable logistics, compliance discipline, and dependable freight execution.

"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
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

A reefer logistics partner built for accountability, compliance, and responsive communication.

Temperature Control

Thermal-mapped reefers support Florida cold chain freight through heat, humidity, and long lanes.

24/7 Monitoring

Dispatch receives live temperature alerts and tracking updates, day or night.

Compliance

GDP, FSMA-aligned, HACCP-aware processes help protect pharma and food-grade shipments.

Network Reach

Florida shippers access North American capacity for domestic, port, and cross-border lanes.

Meet The Freight Team

Real logistics professionals managing every critical refrigerated load.

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

Who is the largest reefer trucking company?

The largest reefer trucking company can vary by how size is measured, such as tractor count, refrigerated trailer count, revenue, or network reach. For shippers, the better question is whether the provider has verified reefer capacity, temperature controls, compliance documentation, and live monitoring. Little John Transportation Services offers access to 2,400+ reefer trailers through its network.

What types of freight can move in a reefer truck?

How do you monitor refrigerated freight during transit?

Do you handle pharmaceutical reefer shipments?

Can reefer freight be expedited?

How much does reefer trucking cost in Florida?

What reefer equipment options are available?

Do you provide reefer trucking beyond Florida?

Still Have Cold Chain Questions?

Talk with a real logistics specialist about your shipment.

Service Areas Covered

Temperature-controlled trucking support across Florida, the United States, México, and Canada.

North America

Network Reach

24/7 Live

Monitoring

2,400+ Reefers

Capacity

Do We Cover Your Lane?

Share your pickup and delivery points for available capacity.

Recognized & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North American specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes specialized transport recognition badge

IC Cranes Global

Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy recognition badge

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy transport ranking.

Plan Your Florida Reefer Shipment

Tell us your commodity, lane, temperature range, timing, and compliance requirements. Our team will respond with the right reefer capacity and a clear transportation plan.

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.