Expert Transloading Services — Intermodal & Freight Solutions

Move complex freight between modes with confidence through transloading, intermodal coordination, drayage, cross-dock support, and end-to-end freight execution. Little John Transportation Services combines 30+ years of specialized transportation experience with 24/7 dispatch, bilingual cross-border support, and vetted carrier capacity across the United States, México, and Canada—helping shippers keep cargo moving safely, compliantly, and on schedule.

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Our Transloading Services Services

Integrated transloading, drayage, truckload, LTL, project cargo, and drop trailer solutions for complex freight networks.

Intermodal Drayage

Rail, container, chassis, and door-to-door routing support across North America, helping shippers connect long-haul intermodal efficiency with reliable local pickup and delivery.

Cross-Border Transloading

Cross-border freight support with direct trailer moves, transloading, customs coordination, bonded cargo handling, and bilingual operations across major U.S.–México gateways.

Full Truckload

Dry van, flatbed, reefer, container, chassis, and specialized full truckload capacity backed by 65,000+ approved carriers and 24/7 dispatch visibility.

LTL Freight

Less-than-truckload van and flatbed options with centralized pricing, carrier selection, booking support, and track-and-trace access across the United States and Canada.

Project Cargo

Oversize, overweight, and project cargo support with permitting, route engineering, escorts, tracking, and specialized trailers for complex industrial freight moves.

Drop Trailers

Pre-positioned trailer pools and drop-and-hook programs designed to reduce dock dwell, smooth scheduling, and improve capacity predictability for high-volume shippers.

Freight being transferred between truck and intermodal container

Our Transloading Coordination Process

Assess Freight and Routing Requirements

We review cargo specs, origin, destination, mode changes, compliance requirements, and delivery windows. Your team gets a clear plan built around the shipment’s handling needs, whether freight is moving through rail, truck, cross-dock, or border facilities.

Match Capacity and Equipment

Coordinate Transfer and Handling

Track Delivery Through Completion

Trusted By Leaders

Success Stories

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving high-stakes freight across North America’s most demanding transportation corridors.

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

Jorge Otero
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Shippers choose Little John Transportation Services for accountable people, proven capacity, and safety-driven execution.

30+ Years

Three decades moving complex freight that demands careful planning, coordination, and accountability.

Human Service

Real teams answer the phone and manage freight across North American logistics hubs.

Vetted Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers support scalable coverage for intermodal, truckload, and specialized lanes.

Border Ready

Bilingual teams support U.S.–México freight through Laredo, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and key border gateways.

Meet The Freight Team

Meet the people behind complex freight execution.

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.

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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 a transloading company?

A transloading company transfers freight from one mode of transportation to another, such as rail to truck, ocean container to flatbed, or trailer to specialized equipment. The right provider also coordinates drayage, cross-dock handling, documentation, storage timing, dispatch, and final delivery so cargo moves efficiently without unnecessary dwell, delays, or compliance gaps.

What is the difference between transloading and intermodal shipping?

What types of freight can be transloaded?

How much do transloading services cost?

Can you handle cross-border transloading?

What equipment is available for transloading and drayage?

How long does transloading take?

Do you provide tracking and shipment documentation?

Still Have Freight Questions?

Get practical answers from people who move complex freight daily.

North American Service Areas

Serving shippers across North America with strategic offices, border hubs, and carrier capacity positioned near freight corridors.

Need Coverage for Your Lane?

Tell us where your freight starts, transfers, and delivers.

Recognized Leaders

Awards and Recognition

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ACT Transport 50

Recognized leader in specialized North American transport.

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IC Cranes Recognition

Global recognition for crane and specialized transport.

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TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy-haul transportation provider.

Ready to Move Complex Freight?

Share your lane, equipment needs, timing, and handling requirements. A real freight specialist will review the details and help plan the right transloading or intermodal solution.

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.