Dreamliner Expands Entertainment Logistics Foothold With Shomotion, Show Pro Acquistions – Pollstar News

Dreamliner, the four-year-old Nashville-based provider of luxury entertainment industry coaches, has acquired two events logistics companies: Denver-based Shomotion and Nashville-based Show Pro.

The acquisitions expands Dreamliner’s business in music and beyond, becoming a full-service transportation logistics company. Dreamliner’s business also moves into new categories including motion picture and theatrical productions, mobile marketing campaigns and festivals throughout North America.

Dreamliner will retain all Shomotion and Show Pro employees, including the companies’ founders, which is expected to include 65 full-time employees and will expand its footprint by gaining Shomotion’s five-acre Denver facility and Show Pro’s three-acre Nashville facility. In addition, the acquisition adds over 70 trucks and 220 trailers, including air ride van trailers, drop deck van trailers, liftgate trailers, and step deck flatbeds.

“This merger is a historic milestone in the entertainment logistics sector,” says Shomotion Founder and CEO Michael Scherkenbach, who will continue to lead the Denver transportation services division. “The combined company will have the scale, breadth, and capabilities to provide unparalleled ground transportation solutions tailored to the entertainment touring industry.”

Shomotion’s client roster includes Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and Elton John.

Dreamliner will also retain Show Pro Founders and Co-Owners Kat Stiller and Curtis Jackson who will work closely with Scherkenbach to lead the transportation services division. With the acquisition, Dreamliner will expand its Nashville footprint and service capabilities to support existing Dreamliner clients and Show Pro relationships.

Show Pro has serviced clients including Jelly Roll, SZA, 21 Savage, The Kid Laroi, and more.

“These are two companies that our team at Show Pro has either worked directly with or alongside, allowing us to build immense trust and respect in what we all have built and can achieve,” shares Show Pro’s Co-Founder & Owner Kat Stiller. “When looking at the future, we know Dreamliner has the capabilities and passion in the industry to bring our combined companies to new heights.”

Within four years of the company’s founding, Dreamliner has come to serve notable clients including Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Chris Stapleton, Pink, Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, The Weeknd, Beyoncé, Tool, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Black Crowes, Luke Bryan and more.

Since its founding in 2020, Dreamliner has now made four acquisitions. In Nov. 2023, it acquired 43-year-old Nashville-based coach company Hemphill Brothers, which tripled Dreamliner’s fleet.

“Since Dreamliner’s inception, our team, including drivers, mechanics, custom builders and office staff have all been a critical differentiator in how we operate and provide an unmatched service,” says Rich Thomson, Dreamliner Founder and CEO. “Following these acquisitions, our team is benefitting from over 50 years of combined experience from Shomotion and Show Pro’s industry leaders. By adding Mike, Curtis and Kat’s experience to our best in class coaches and services, we will bring a full one-stop solution to all touring transportation needs.”

Dreamliner is now part of every major North American music tour. Thomson said he expects a 40% revenue increase in 2025; Dreamliner is now positioned to be the largest entertainer coach and trucking services provider in the world.