Expert Transloading Services in Laredo, TX

Move cross-border freight through Laredo with transloading support built for speed, security, and compliance. Little John Transportation Services connects U.S.–México lanes with a 50-acre Laredo operation, 30-bay cross-dock, bilingual teams, bonded cargo handling, and specialized equipment for heavy, hazmat, reefer, and time-critical freight that cannot afford delays at the border.

Secured Laredo cross-dock yard with trailers and freight crews

Our Transloading Services

Secure transloading solutions for cross-border, heavy-haul, hazmat, reefer, and high-volume freight moving through Laredo.

Cross-Border Transloading

Direct trailer and cargo transfers for U.S.–México lanes, supported by bilingual operations, customs coordination, bonded cargo handling, and a secure Laredo facility built for cross-border volume.

Heavy-Haul Transfers

Specialized transfers for oversized, overweight, and project cargo using heavy-haul planning, route engineering, permitting support, and bridge-crane capability for demanding industrial freight.

Bonded Cargo Handling

Controlled handling for bonded freight, sensitive shipments, and customs-linked cargo with audit-ready documentation, secure facility access, chain-of-custody support, and cross-border coordination.

Reefer Transloading

Temperature-controlled transfer support for pharma, perishables, and food-grade products using reefer capacity, temperature logging, pre-cool confirmation, and live exception monitoring.

Hazmat Transloading

Hazardous materials handling supported by HMSP credentials, Hazmat-endorsed capacity, Responsible Care practices, and safety-focused procedures for regulated chemical and industrial freight.

Drop Trailer Support

Drop-and-hook and trailer pool coordination to reduce dock dwell, smooth scheduling, and keep high-volume freight moving through the Laredo gateway with predictable capacity.

Freight team coordinating trailer transfer at Laredo cross-dock

Our Transloading Process

Freight Review and Planning

Your team shares freight details, dimensions, commodity requirements, customs status, and schedule. Little John Transportation Services reviews the shipment against Laredo facility capacity, available equipment, documentation needs, and any hazmat, reefer, or oversized handling requirements.

Equipment and Facility Coordination

Secure Cargo Transfer

Documentation and Dispatch

Tracking Through Delivery

Trusted By Industry

Freight Success Stories

Trusted by major shippers that need secure, compliant freight execution across complex North American lanes.

"El agente Landstar XKN en Little John's es excelente. Guillermo y Alam en XKN son muy profesionales, siempre me tratan con dignidad y respeto. Son bilingües español/inglés. Su operación de despacho está entre las mejores de Landstar. Hacen que el transporte vuelva a ser grandioso."

Gustavo Gonzalez
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a transloading partner with the facility, people, and credentials to execute difficult freight.

Laredo Facility

A 50-acre Laredo operation supports fast transfers near the U.S.–México border.

Bilingual Support

English-Spanish operations teams coordinate customs, carriers, and facility activity across border lanes.

Compliance

CTPAT validation, HMSP credentials, and ISO standards support secure, documented cargo handling.

Specialized Capacity

Bridge-crane, reefer, hazmat, and heavy-haul capacity support demanding Laredo freight profiles.

Meet the Laredo Team

Experienced operators positioned where complex freight 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 transloading services does Little John Transportation Services offer in Laredo, TX?

Little John Transportation Services offers a full range of transloading services from their Laredo facility, including cross-border transloading for U.S.–México lanes, heavy-haul transfers for oversized and project cargo, bonded cargo handling, reefer transloading for temperature-controlled freight, hazmat transloading across all nine hazard classes, and drop trailer support for high-volume shipments. All services are executed from a 50-acre facility with a 30-bay cross-dock near the U.S.–México border.

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Service Areas Covered

Strategic transloading and freight coverage across North America’s major U.S., México, and Canada lanes.

50 Acres

Gateway Facility

3 Countries

Network Reach

65,000+

Carrier Network

Need Coverage Beyond Laredo?

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Certified & Ranked

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized as North America's leading specialized carrier.

CTPAT Validated certification logo

CTPAT Validated

Validated security practices for cross-border freight.

ISO 9001:2015 certification logo

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management certification for controlled operations.

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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.