Flatbed Trucking Services — Southeast Transportation

Move complex flatbed freight with a team built for Southeast lanes, industrial corridors, ports, and cross-border freight demands. Little John Transportation Services pairs hands-on dispatch, vetted flatbed capacity, specialized trailers, permitting support, and live tracking to help shippers move machinery, building materials, project cargo, and urgent loads safely—without the delays or guesswork that disrupt production schedules.

Flatbed truck hauling industrial freight

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Flatbed capacity for standard, oversized, expedited, partial, and cross-border freight across demanding North American lanes.

Flatbed Truckload

Dedicated flatbed and step-deck capacity for full truckload shipments across regional, long-haul, cross-border, and expedited lanes with vetted carriers, dispatch support, tracking, and single-point accountability.

Flatbed LTL

Move partial flatbed freight without paying for unused truckload capacity. LTL options help shippers compare carrier rates, transit times, and service preferences through centralized quoting and tracking.

Heavy Haul

Specialized flatbed support for oversize, overweight, and project cargo using step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, multi-axle equipment, route engineering, permits, and escort coordination.

Expedited Flatbed

Time-critical flatbed and step-deck freight with direct routing, team-driver options, hot-shot capacity, 24/7 dispatch, and response support for line-down, AOG, defense, and urgent project needs.

Hot Shot

Fast movement for smaller urgent loads using Class 3-5 trucks, gooseneck trailers, tilt-decks, tag trailers, and flat-bed hot-shots with same-day dispatch and direct-haul priority.

Cross-Border Flatbed

Flatbed freight moving between the U.S., México, and Canada with bilingual support, customs coordination, bonded cargo handling, cross-border trailers, and access to strategic border gateways.

Flatbed freight team planning route and equipment

Our Flatbed Freight Process

Review Load Requirements

We gather commodity details, dimensions, weight, origin, destination, access limits, timing, and loading method. For Southeast freight corridors, port moves, or industrial site deliveries, this early review helps identify equipment needs before dispatch.

Match the Right Equipment

Plan Permits and Routing

Dispatch and Track Shipment

Confirm Delivery Documentation

Trusted By Shippers

Success Stories

Complex freight clients trust Little John Transportation Services for accountable flatbed execution and long-term reliability.

"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 flatbed partner built for complex freight, not one-size-fits-all transportation.

Experience

Three decades moving flatbed, heavy-haul, and specialized freight that standard carriers often decline.

Human Support

Real teams support Southeast lanes, border gateways, and industrial corridors with hands-on coordination.

Vetted Network

Carriers are vetted against legal, insurance, identity, and performance standards for dependable capacity.

Compliance

Permits, tracking, securement coordination, and documentation keep complex loads moving with accountability.

Meet the Flatbed Team

Operator-led freight experts who answer the phone.

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 types of freight are best for flatbed trucking?

Flatbed trucking is best for freight that cannot be loaded into an enclosed dry van, including machinery, steel, lumber, building systems, oversized components, equipment, and project cargo. It allows crane, forklift, or side loading and can support irregular dimensions. Little John Transportation Services matches loads with flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, and other specialized equipment when standard capacity is not enough.

How are flatbed trucking rates calculated?

Can you handle oversize or overweight flatbed loads?

What flatbed trailer options are available?

Do you provide tracking for flatbed shipments?

Can flatbed freight move across the U.S., México, and Canada?

How far in advance should I schedule flatbed service?

Can you transport hazmat materials on flatbed equipment?

Still Have Flatbed Questions?

Get answers from real freight experts before your next move.

Flatbed Service Areas

Flatbed capacity across major Southeast corridors, North America, and strategic U.S.–México border gateways.

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Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized leader in North American specialized transport.

IC Cranes Specialized Transport recognition badge

IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy award badge

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

Ready to Move Flatbed Freight?

Tell us your origin, destination, dimensions, weight, timing, and handling requirements. Our team will review the load, match capacity, 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.