Deals in brief

Blackstone appoints Sherrill as global head of insurance

In his new role, Sherrill will focus on growing the firm’s insurance platform globally.

TPG Rise Climate to scoop up renewable fuels logistics provider Olympus

Currently, Olympus is backed by Davidson Kempner Capital Management and Intrepid Investment Management.

Moving and storage firm Zippy Shell grabs $180m from Carlyle

This investment was made alongside a debt facility led by JP Morgan.

Brightwood backs Mill Point's acquisition of Proficium

Based in New York City, Brightwood Capital provides senior debt financing to US businesses that have between $5 million to $75 million of EBITDA.

Godspeed Capital-backed SAS acquires communications tech firm Quintron

SAS is a space engineering, defense, and communications technology solutions platform.

Charlesbank forms dental membership plans provider Kleer-Membersy

OM Partners served as the financial advisor to Charlesbank and Goodwin acted as legal advisor.

LFM Capital unveils new platform manufacturer AttachCo

AttachCo has named Nancy Chamblee as CEO.

Sterling acquires science, engineering and consulting services firm Verdantas from RTC

Verdantas management, employees and RTC will retain significant equity stakes in Verdantas.

Champlain sells Kanuk to Bertrand Cesvet-led investor group

Kanuk is a designer and manufacturer of outerwear clothing.

Power Sustainable Manager gets investment from Lifeco

Power Sustainable is a climate-focused investment manager.