Deals in brief

ETNA to acquire Brolis Defence Group

Brolis develops and manufactures high-precision electro-optical systems used by European and NATO Ministries of Defense and law enforcement organizations.

TPG-backed industrial software firm Velotic launches

Brian Shepherd has been named CEO of Velotic while former PTC CEO James Heppelmann has been appointed executive chairman.

Fort Point-backed VisuSewer acquires sewer inspection and cleaning services firm United Survey

Headquartered in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, VisuSewer is a provider of critical wastewater infrastructure services.

Sagard-backed Norbec picks up freezer rooms designer Canadian Curtis

Norbec manufactures prefabricated cold rooms, insulated doors and insulated metal panels for building envelopes.

LFM scoops up manufacturer PowerBuilt

PowerBuilt joins Southern Tooling, Inc. and Tuttle AAG, LLC as part of LFM’s automation solutions platform, American Automation Group.

NewMile and Haywood Lane back Wilkerson Crane Rental

The investment will support Wilkerson's continued growth, including fleet and geographic expansion, enhanced service capabilities, and strategic acquisitions.

Seaport exits tech company Exacom

The buyer is Motorola Solutions.

Knox Lane-backed Ruppert Landscape picks up Landscapes Unlimited

Headquartered in Laytonsville, Maryland, Ruppert is a provider of commercial landscaping services.

Hildred-backed SportsMed acquires The Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center

SportsMed Physical Therapy is a physical therapy company with locations across New Jersey and Connecticut.

EIG-backed MidOcean Energy snags over $1.2bn

The transaction includes a $500 million commitment from Idemitsu Kosan, a global energy company.