Our History
A 100+ Year Journey
The fourth generation that re-acquired the company developed a sophisticated platform for growth. Their success is evident in our 900% growth.
![fourth generation leadership](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fourth-generation-leadership.jpg?width=1000&height=667&name=fourth-generation-leadership.jpg)
How We Became The Largest Independent Steel Drum Manufacturer In North America
Myers Drum Founded
Myers Drum is started by the Stavig family’s great grandfather.
![myers container logo](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-myers-container.png?width=263&height=74&name=logo-myers-container.png)
Myers Sale
After 50 years of growth across the Western United States, Myers Drum is sold to Kaiser Steel.
![KAiser Steel logo](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KAiser-Steel-logo.png?width=165&height=82&name=KAiser-Steel-logo.png)
Management Buyout
The Stavig family re-acquires the Kaiser Steel entity.
![fourth-generation-leadership](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fourth-generation-leadership.jpg?width=1000&height=667&name=fourth-generation-leadership.jpg)
A New Beginning
Kyle Stavig joins the Company.
![Kyle Stavig joins the company](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kyle-Stavig.jpg?width=500&height=386&name=Kyle-Stavig.jpg)
New Acquisitions
Christian Stavig, with a corporate development background in the tech industry, joins Kyle Stavig to purchase Myers Container and CMS.
![Christian Stavig joins the company](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Christian-Stavig-joins-company.jpg?width=500&height=362&name=Christian-Stavig-joins-company.jpg)
General Steel Drum Acquired
The Stavig Family acquires General Steel Drum, creating a bi-coastal platform.
![logo-general-steel-drum](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-general-steel-drum.png?width=217&height=93&name=logo-general-steel-drum.png)
Operational Expertise
The company launches continuous improvement efforts to align and continue growth initiatives.
![continuous improvement](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/7N2A9922.jpeg?width=2000&height=1334&name=7N2A9922.jpeg)
Management Awards
Christian Stavig receives CFO of the Year award by the Portland Business Journal.
![Christian Stavig CFO](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/7N2A0218.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=7N2A0218.jpeg)
Company Awards
The company celebrates its 100th year, winning awards such as the Oregon State University Austin Family Business Challenge Award.
![7N2A9181](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/7N2A9181.jpeg?width=2000&height=1334&name=7N2A9181.jpeg)
NCC Acquired
Stavig Group acquires North Coast Container in Cleveland, Ohio.
![old ncc logo](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/old-ncc-logo.png?width=257&height=125&name=old-ncc-logo.png)
New Group Name
The Stavig Group is created to connect the collection of its operating brands.
![logo stavig group](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-stavig-group.png?width=443&height=114&name=logo-stavig-group.png)
Continued Recognition
Kyle Stavig is named the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner for the Pacific Northwest.
![Kyle stavig accepts Entrepreneur of the Year award](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kyle-Stavig-EY-Away%20(1)-1.jpg?width=500&height=333&name=Kyle-Stavig-EY-Away%20(1)-1.jpg)
Family Management Excellence
Cody Stavig is included in the 40 under 40 Awards by the Portland Business Journal.
![Cody Stavig speaking with employee](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Family-Management-Excellence.jpg?width=500&height=334&name=Family-Management-Excellence.jpg)
Modernization Underway
Stavig Group initiated a significant, multiyear investment in company modernization at all locations.
![facility equipment modernization](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/facility-equipment-modernization.jpg?width=500&height=333&name=facility-equipment-modernization.jpg)
Chicago Steel Container Acquisition
Stavig Group acquires Chicago Steel Container, gaining a strategic Midwest location.
![CSC Logo](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CSC_Logo.png?width=792&height=341&name=CSC_Logo.png)
Move to Rialto Facility
The company relocates its Los Angeles facility to Rialto as part of a multi-year investment in company modernization.
![Rialto facility](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NCC-Rialto-Facility-1.jpg?width=860&height=528&name=NCC-Rialto-Facility-1.jpg)
North Coast Container
The Stavig Group rebrands its portfolio of companies as North Coast Container to help illustrate its nationwide footprint with redundant capabilities.
![North Coast Container](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NCC-logo.jpg?width=400&height=186&name=NCC-logo.jpg)
Recognized Longhorn 100 Honoree
In 2024, North Coast Container was honored to be named one of the Longhorn 100, a prestigious recognition awarded by Texas Exes. This accolade celebrates our growth, innovation, and dedication to excellence.
![L100-header-May2024](https://www.northcoastcontainer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/L100-header-May2024.jpg?width=1200&height=751&name=L100-header-May2024.jpg)