Our History

Growth-Focused

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.

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How We Became The Largest Independent Steel Drum Manufacturer In North America

1917

Myers Drum Founded

Myers Drum is started by the Stavig family’s great grandfather.

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1917
1968

Myers Sale

After 50 years of growth across the Western United States, Myers Drum is sold to Kaiser Steel.

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1968
1984

Management Buyout

The Stavig family re-acquires the Kaiser Steel entity.

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1984
1986

A New Beginning

Kyle Stavig joins the Company.

Kyle Stavig joins the company
1986
2007

New Acquisitions

Christian Stavig, with a corporate development background in the tech industry, joins Kyle Stavig to purchase Myers Container.

Christian Stavig joins the company
2007
2011

General Steel Drum Acquired

The Stavig Family acquires General Steel Drum, creating a bi-coastal platform.

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2011
2014

Operational Expertise

The company launches continuous improvement efforts to align and continue growth initiatives.

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2014
2016

Management Awards

Christian Stavig receives CFO of the Year award by the Portland Business Journal.

Christian Stavig CFO
2016
2017

Company Awards

The company celebrates its 100th year, winning awards such as the Oregon State University Austin Family Business Challenge Award.

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2017
2018

NCC Acquired

Stavig Group acquires North Coast Container in Cleveland, Ohio.

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2018
2019

New Group Name

The Stavig Group is created to connect the collection of its operating brands.

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2019
2019

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
2019
2020

Family Management Excellence

Cody Stavig is included in the 40 under 40 Awards by the Portland Business Journal.

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2020
2020

Modernization Underway

Stavig Group initiated a significant, multiyear investment in company modernization at all locations.

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2020
2022

Chicago Steel Container Acquisition

Stavig Group acquires Chicago Steel Container, gaining a strategic Midwest location.

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2022
2022

Move to Rialto Facility

The company relocates its Los Angeles facility to Rialto as part of a multi-year investment in company modernization.

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2022
2023

North Coast Container

The Stavig Group rebrands its portfolio of companies as North Coast Container to help illustrate its nationwide footprint with redundant capabilities.

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2023
2024

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. 

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2024
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