Specialty Freight
Services

From wind turbines to military equipment to hazmat, Bridgeway hauls some of the toughest loads around.

Cover every shipping need through one cohesive network

Between our own motor carriers, our brokerages who 
extend our capacity, and our professionals who create custom projects—you can rest assured you’ll have a best-in-class solution.

Freight Types

At Bridgeway, we connect you with the best specialty freights professionals and transportation options for your industry. Our platform is purpose-built for addressing each industry’s unique needs and challenges. And our team has a proven track record of solving the toughest transport problems with passion and expertise. Bridgeway has been a go-to partner for shippers across industries for nearly 50 years.

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Moving oversized freight—heavy or oversized cargo—is a specialty freight service Bridgeway excels in. Transporting goods that exceed the standard size and weight limits for regular shipping, including items like industrial machinery, construction equipment, large vehicles, wind turbine components, cranes and more, requires niche expertise.  Leverage Bridgeway’s extensive knowledge of permitting, route planning, escorts, equipment needs and insurance requirements to successfully transport your oversized, over-dimensional and heavy freight. 

Renewables

Moving wind turbines is a complex and coordinated effort requiring careful planning, specialized equipment, and a dedicated team of transportation professionals to ensure renewable energy systems are transported safely. Bridgeway offers the equipment, experience, and guidance needed to transport turbines and their components. 

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Utilities

Transporting utility poles as freight requires careful planning, adherence to safety regulations, and coordination with transportation experts to ensure a smooth and safe journey for these oversized, essential materials. Bridgeway has the equipment and experience needed to move poles of varying lengths and 

Oil and Gas

Fracking, a method of extracting oil and natural gas from the ground, requires moving pipes, drilling equipment, and sand to and from sites. We know the ropes of fracking sites and can assist with the careful logistics planning needed to efficiently move goods to and from them. 

Transporting government freight (cargo owned or managed by a government entity) —includes a wide range of know-how. With entities registered in the Federal Government’s System for Award Management (SAM), Bridgeway is authorized to move governmental freight. Our teams understand the extra driver vetting and base access requirements for the Department of Defense (DoD), as well as the urgency and prioritization of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) freight.

International freight refers to the transportation of goods and cargo between countries or across international borders. It is an essential component of global trade and commerce, facilitating the movement of products and materials between nations.


Ports and Drayage

Our work within ports and drayage has afforded us contacts and best practices to navigate international freight efficiently. We ensure that our motor carriers are compliant with the Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement (UIIA), our drivers are certified with TWIC cards or escort services, and we thoroughly understand port operations and tractor trailer requirements.   

Border Crossing

In addition to international freight that arrives by ship into national ports, we have experience with North American freight that moves in and out of Canada and Mexico. Understanding the risks and how to avoid them, as well as having access to near-border yards allows us to help our shippers move their cargo where it needs to go. 

Manufacturers need the support of freight professionals to deliver raw goods to their facilities and finished products to end customers. Bridgeway has experience with a variety of manufacturing types, but has extensive experience working with integrated steel mills, mini mills, and service centers in steel manufacturing. Steel coils, sheets and other steel products often require specialized equipment and training for their transport. We have the trailers and owner-operators needed to move these payloads.  

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The construction sector leans heavily on trucks to transport raw materials, construction vehicles, prefabricated components, tools and supplies. Raw materials may include lumber, brick, steel and concrete, while equipment can range from forklifts to giant cranes. Construction companies rely on Bridgeway Connects™ transportation services to help minimize construction delays and disruptions.

Consumer goods freight, including food and beverage products, typically flow through large distribution centers, requiring a solid understanding of how the distribution networks function. This includes the need for appointments and repositioning of freight on trucks as the freight reaches end points. Our experienced agents and owner-operators can navigate this distribution system with ease.  

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Temperature-controlled freight, also known as refrigerated or reefer freight, refers to the transportation of goods and products in specialized temperature-controlled containers or vehicles to maintain a specific temperature range throughout transit. This transportation method is crucial for industries that require strict temperature control to preserve the quality and safety of their products, including freight that is subject to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Bridgeway freight professionals leverage years of experience with reefer freight to assist shippers in protecting their freight while in transit. 

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Hazardous materials freight—often known as hazmat freight or dangerous goods transportation—involves shipping and handling materials and substances that are considered hazardous due to their potential to cause harm to people, property, or the environment if not properly managed. Our hazmat specialists understand the importance of classification, identification, regulation and compliance when assisting a shipper with the movement of hazardous materials. 

Equipment Types

Owner-operators and independent carriers in the Bridgeway network have the following capabilities and experience.

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FLATBED

A vast fleet of open deck trailers to serve lanes across the country.

STEP DECK

An open deck solution that allows easier loading and unloading for tall freight.

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POWER ONLY

Power units provide additional support during peak shipping seasons, site jockeying, or the ability to hook and go as needed.

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TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED

Temperature controlled transportation provides climate stability during freight moves.

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HEAVY HAUL/SPECIALIZED

Unmatched heavy equipment transportation, OD, and specialty experience.

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SELF-UNLOADING

Leveraging a self-unloading trailer means quicker loading and unloading to get your cargo where you need it.

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DRIVEAWAY

From construction equipment to emergency vehicles, our driveaway experts help with seamless delivery.

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VAN

Cargo van freight is the solution for your short and long-haul loads of dry goods and consumer products.

CONESTOGA

The versatility, accessibility, and protection of Conestoga and curtain side trailers haul a wide range of commodities for different industries.

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CROSS-BORDER FREIGHT

Operating out of Laredo, Texas, less than a mile from the border, we specialize in single-source nearshoring transportation and logistics solutions.

Work with a company that works for you.

We know that moving specialty freight requires more than great software or a fleet of equipment capable of handling diverse cargo types. It demands in-depth experience and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. When you partner with Bridgeway, you get it all.

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A nimble, experienced team of freight brokerage agents who deliver results with a customized, service-oriented approach. 

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Jones Motor Logistics is a full-service logistics company with a strong customer base and a full range of transportation solutions. 

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Jones Express specializes in van and temperature controlled freight, including the ability to operate trailer pools. 

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The original, flagship of the Jones Motor Group and the oldest continuously-operating motor carrier in the nation. Shippers have relied on the experience and adaptability of Jones for over 80 years. 

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An innovator in the hot shot business, our fleet of low open deck trailers is ideal for the cost-effective movement of light and/or tall commodities, as well as wheeled vehicles. 

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TII Logistics offers the freight industry multiple levels of service – from consulting on project, network and supply chain logistics to arranging for the transportation of freight via truck and rail.  

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Kaneca is known for its fleet of trailers with self-unloading capabilities. This makes flatbed deliveries to locations without dedicated unloading forklifts, such as job sites, feasible 

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As an established carrier with roots reaching back to 1938, Aetna Freight Lines continues to offer flatbed and step deck trailer hauling services to shippers throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico.  

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Fleet Solutions was created to offer reliable and affordable equipment to owner-operators and fleet owners. Both new and used trailers are available through flexible lease to purchase and rental programs.

Fleet can also provide information on vendors of choice who will offer substantial discounts on tires, repairs, parts etc. to the Bridgeway network. 

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Marathon was created to fulfill a need identified in the drive-away sector, and specializes in the movement of trucks, tractors, portable cranes, and other road-ready vehicles.

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American Wind is one of the largest transport providers for the wind energy industry. The company offers a fleet of specialized trailers designed for the transportation of wind turbine equipment. It also has experience with ports and local subcontractors to successfully complete these complex project moves.  

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ATI Trucking has a strong presence in the Western US and Canada allowing them to service areas other carriers consider too remote. The fleet comprises flatbeds, stretch flatbeds and pole trailers. Many of the trucks are equipped with knuckle-boom loaders to allow for self-loading and unloading.  

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Greentree has its roots in hauling steel fabrication freight, but over the last 30 years has expanded commodities moved to include machinery, construction equipment, pipeline freight and building products.

To serve these industries, Greentree’s fleet of open deck trailers, including multi-axle trailers, handles large and specialized heavy haul moves.  

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American Transport moves truckload and less-than-truckload freight primarily using flatbed and step deck trailers. The company has been moving steel, lumber, gas and oil equipment, machinery and building products for over 35 years.

In addition, American has entered the intermodal arena with agents in the Southeast providing power only, dedicated container moves and dray services.

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