Heavy Haul
& Transportation
Where and when you need it, every time
At Whissell Contracting, our Heavy Haul & Transportation division has been safely delivering complex, high-stakes projects for over five decades, efficiently, and with the consistency today’s fast-paced projects demand. What began as an in-house solution to move our own oversized equipment has grown into a modern, fully integrated fleet powered by advanced logistics, experienced operators, and real-time coordination. From maneuvering 220,000+ lb excavators through congested urban corridors in Calgary, Lethbridge and Edmonton to hauling critical components across remote Western Canadian terrain in extreme conditions, we move your materials, modules, compressors, and heavy equipment where they need to be; on schedule and without compromise. Backed by strong driver retention, continuous training, and a safety-first culture aligned with today’s industry standards, we remain a trusted partner for heavy haul projects that require precision, adaptability, and performance.
Our Expertise Includes:
- Heavy Haul
- 8 to 76 Wheel Combinations
- Up to 100 Ton Capacity
- Heavy and Light Construction Equipment
- Compressor Stations and Cooler Units
- Modules
- Material Transport
- Miscellaneous Freight
Market Segments
Oil & Gas / Industrial / Mining
We deliver high-performance hauling solutions for the energy, industrial, and mining sectors across Western Canada and the NWT. From compressors and process modules to oversized mining equipment, we move critical assets safely and efficiently, even in extreme environments and along challenging routes. Our modern fleet, equipped with multi-axle configurations and real-time tracking, is built to handle loads exceeding 100 tonnes, ensuring precision, safety, and uptime where it matters most.
Renewable Energy – Wind & Solar
As Alberta accelerates its transition toward renewable energy, we play a key role in transporting the large-scale components that power wind and solar developments. From turbine blades and towers to solar panels and structural systems, we specialize in over-dimensional hauling to remote and logistically complex sites. Our expertise helps minimize delays, streamline installation timelines, and support the continued growth of clean energy infrastructure across the region.
Civil Infrastructure
We support Alberta’s growing civil infrastructure sector by transporting critical heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, graders, and specialized machinery, to job sites across urban and remote regions. From underground utilities and earthworks to roadbuilding and large-scale infrastructure upgrades, our fleet ensures reliable, on-time delivery. Whether it’s short-haul relocations or complex remote access logistics, we keep your projects moving efficiently so your crews can stay focused on execution.
Project Case Studies
NWIC Upper Plateau Pipe Haul
Piling Drill Hauls
Compressor Module Haul
Electrical Transformer Haul
Remote Haul – John Deere 470
Green Line Excavator Haul – Stampede Grounds
Inner City Heavy Haul
Antonov Freight Delivery – YYC
