The Sterling Group
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The Sterling Group

https://sterling-group.com
Last activity: 24.08.2026
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Invests in categories: ConstructionDesignEquipmentHealthTechIndustryManufacturingProductProviderServiceSupply
Founded in 1982, The Sterling Group, L.P. (www.sterling-group.com) is a private equity investment firm that targets controlling interests in basic manufacturing, industrial services and distribution companies. Typical enterprise values of these companies range from $100 million to $750 million. Sterling has sponsored the buyout of over 55 platform companies and numerous add-on acquisitions for a total transaction value greater than $10 billion.

Sterling partners with management teams to grow and build winning businesses in the industrial sector. Nearly 80% of Sterling’s past partnerships have been with family businesses and corporate carve-outs. Sterling excels as a partner where it can bring its operational focus and expertise to a situation.
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Portfolio
30
Persons
64
Mentions
51
Location: United States, Texas, Houston
Employees: 51-200
Investment Type: Venture Capital
Investment Stage: Private Equity
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Portfolio 30

DateNameWebsiteTotal RaisedLocation
19.05.2026Scruggs Co...scruggsco.com-United Sta...
08.02.2026Healthcare...healthcarelinensg.com-United Sta...
02.08.2025Precision ...pcinternational.com-United Sta...
05.07.2025OGD Overhe...overheadgaragedoorhou.com--
05.07.2025Pavement P...pavementpreservationgroup.com--
05.07.2025OGDogd.com-United Sta...
17.05.2024Russell La...russelllandscapegroup.com--
26.11.2023B’laster H...blasterholdings.com--
13.08.2023Compost360compost360.com--
10.06.2023Premier Ti...premiertireandservice.com--
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Persons 64

DateFirst NameLast NameTitleLinkedInLocation
-JonathanJacksonManaging D...-
-HaleyHammerAnalyst-
-AvinashRajaAssociate-
-DanBucaroPartner, O...-
-JackMcKennaAssociate-
-RobGrayManaging D...-
-JasonTaibelOperating ...-
-MeaganEngelsAssociate-
-ShikharChaturvediAssociate,...-
-CameronDeCortAssociate-
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News 196

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31.07.2026The Sterling Group Completes Sale of Tangent Technologies to Platinum EquityHouston, TX July 31, 2026 The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), a middle market private equity firm, today announced it has completed the previously announced sale of Tangent Technologies (“Tangent”) to Platinum Equity. Financial terms of the tr...
23.06.2026The Sterling Group Agrees to Sell Tangent Technologies to Platinum EquityHouston, TX June 23, 2026 The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), a middle market private equity firm, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Tangent Technologies (“Tangent”) to Platinum Equity. Financial terms of the t...
21.05.2026The Scruggs Companies Appoints Greg Rogowski to Board of DirectorsHouston, TX May 21, 2026 The Scruggs Companies (“Scruggs”), consisting of The Scruggs Company and Neil Technical Services, today announced the appointment of Greg Rogowski to its Board of Directors. Scruggs is a provider of critical product...
19.05.2026Pavement Preservation Group, a Portfolio Company of The Sterling Group, Announces the Acquisition of Asphalt Paving SystemsNashville, TN May 19, 2026 Pavement Preservation Group, Inc. (“PPG”), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), today announced the acquisition of Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. and its related pavement preservation affiliates (...
05.05.2026Healthcare Linen Services Group, a Portfolio Company of The Sterling Group, Announces the Acquisition of Texas Textile ServicesSt. Charles, IL May 05, 2026 Healthcare Linen Services Group (“HLSG”), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), today announced the acquisition of Texas Textile Services (“TTS” or “the Company”). HLSG is a provider of mission...
24.04.2026The Sterling Group Foundation Fund Acquires Scruggs, a Provider of Municipal Water Infrastructure SolutionsDallas, TX April 24, 2026 The Sterling Group Foundation Fund (the “Foundation Fund”), an operationally focused lower middle market private equity firm, today announced the acquisition of The Scruggs Companies (“Scruggs”), a provider of crit...
10.04.2026The Sterling Group Completes the Acquisition of Healthcare Linen Services GroupHouston, TX April 10, 2026 The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), an operationally focused middle market private equity firm based in Houston, Texas, announced the acquisition of Healthcare Linen Services Group (“HLSG”) from York Capital Manageme...
25.03.2026The Sterling Group Ranked Number 13 in 2025 HEC-Dow Jones Middle Market Buyout Private Equity Performance RankingHouston, TX March 25, 2026 The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), a Houston-based, operationally focused middle market private equity firm, is pleased to announce that the Firm has been ranked #13 and in the top 2% of over 695 middle market priva...
05.02.2026PrimeFlight Aviation Services, a Portfolio Company of The Sterling Group, Acquires GATSugar Land, TX February 05, 2026 PrimeFlight Aviation Services (“PrimeFlight”), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group, today announced the acquisition of GAT Airline Ground Support (“GAT”). GAT provides mission-critical ground handling,...
28.01.2026Pavement Preservation Group, a Portfolio Company of The Sterling Group, Completes the Acquisition of Holbrook Asphalt and Integrated Pavement SolutionsNashville, TN January 28, 2026 Pavement Preservation Group, Inc. (“PPG”), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), today announced the acquisition of Holbrook Asphalt, LLC (“Holbrook”), Integrated Pavement Solutions, LLC (“IP...
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Mentions in press and media 51

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10.12.2025Gulf Winds International Appoints Sam Freni as Chief Executive OfficerGulf Winds International board of directors has appoints new CEO. HOUSTON, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gulf Winds International is proud to announce that its board of directors has appointed Sam Freni, a recognized leader in transpo...
10.07.2024BlackArch Partners Advises on the Sale of OGD Overhead Garage Door to The Sterling GroupOGD_Sterling BlackArch Partners is pleased to announce that OGD Overhead Garage Door and its management have partnered with The Sterling Group to facilitate the next chapter of OGD's growth. CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...
29.04.2024The Sterling Group's Success Story ContinuesThe Sterling Group, a powerhouse in the private equity world, recently closed its oversubscribed sixth private equity fund, raising a staggering $3.5 billion. This Houston-based firm, known for its operational focus and expertise in the ind...
23.04.2024The Sterling Group Raises $3.5 Billion in Sixth Private Equity FundThe Sterling Group, a Houston, TX-based operationally focused, industrial middle market private equity firm, raised its $3.5 Billion for its sixth private equity fund. LPs include returning and new investors from United States, Europe, the ...
22.04.2024The Sterling Group Raises $3.5 Billion in Oversubscribed Sixth Private Equity FundHouston, TX April 22, 2024 The Sterling Group (“Sterling”), an operationally focused, industrial middle market private equity firm, is pleased to announce the closing of Sterling Group Partners VI, LP (together with its parallel fund, “Fund...
25.03.2021The Sterling Group Announces PromotionsHOUSTON, March 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sterling Group, a Houston-based, operationally focused middle market private equity firm, announces four internal promotions: Erin Arnold has been promoted to Managing Director; Johann Friese to P...
11.08.2020CD&R to Combine HD Supply’s White Cap Business with Construction Supply GroupClayton, Dubilier & Rice today announced an agreement with HD Supply Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HDS) under which CD&R funds will lead an investment to acquire HD Supply’s Construction & Industrial business (also known as “White Cap”...
11.12.2019Sterling Acquires Bad BoyThe Sterling Group, a Houston-based middle market private equity firm, today announced the acquisition of Bad Boy, Inc. Headquartered in Batesville, Arkansas, Bad Boy is a leading manufacturer of high-performance zero-turn riding lawn mower...
11.12.2019Sterling Acquires Bad BoyThe Sterling Group, a Houston-based middle market private equity firm, today announced the acquisition of Bad Boy, Inc. Headquartered in Batesville, Arkansas, Bad Boy is a leading manufacturer of high-performance zero-turn riding lawn mower...
06.11.2019Time Acquires BrandFXThe Sterling Group, a Houston-based middle market private equity firm, announced today that one of its portfolio companies, Time Manufacturing Company, has completed the acquisition of BrandFX. Headquartered in Waco, Texas, Time is a global...
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