Eagle Leasing Bolsters its Southeastern Footprint - Acquires GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals in Wilmington, NC

ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Eagle Leasing Company, a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, today announced the acquisition of GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals (“GoldStar” or the “Company”), headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina. The transaction supplements Eagle Leasing’s branch network, providing additional resources to the existing branches in Charlotte and Raleigh. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Founded in 2019, GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals is owned and operated by Leigh Ann Burdick and Patricia Burdick. The Burdicks have built GoldStar into a reputable provider of storage container solutions throughout southeastern North Carolina, serving contractors, businesses, and industrial customers. The Company’s fleet of storage containers, storage trailers, and office containers is supported by fast, dependable service from its Wilmington yard. GoldStar’s customers should expect a seamless transition and receive the same reliable service under the Eagle Leasing infrastructure.

“Wilmington is one of the fastest-growing markets on the East Coast, and GoldStar has built a first-rate operation poised to benefit from these market trends,” said Mike Ferrantino, Chief Strategy Officer at Eagle Leasing. “Leigh Ann, Patricia, and their team have done an outstanding job building the GoldStar foundation, and we are excited about the future growth potential.”

The acquisition continues Eagle Leasing’s steady, disciplined approach to growth – adding density in the markets where the platform already operates and partnering with owners who put service first.

“From day one, our focus has been making storage simple for our customers,” said Leigh Ann Burdick and Patricia Burdick. “Eagle Leasing approaches the business the same way we do, and they bring the fleet and resources to serve this region as it keeps growing. Our customers are in good hands.” Following the transaction, Leigh Ann and Patricia will both stay involved to support the transition, ensuring continuity for customers as GoldStar becomes part of the Eagle platform.

Eagle Leasing is actively seeking additional opportunities to partner with high-quality portable storage operators across the Eastern United States who share its commitment to customer service and operational excellence.

If you are interested in discussing your business or your fleet of portable storage assets, please contact our Chief Strategy Officer, Mike Ferrantino at [e-mail].

Advisors

Eagle Leasing was represented by Bernicker Law PLLC on legal matters and by Alvarez & Marsal for business diligence.

About GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals is a locally owned provider of storage container, storage trailer, and office container rentals serving customers throughout southeastern North Carolina. The company has earned its reputation on well-maintained equipment, quick turnaround, and a hassle-free rental experience for contractors, businesses, and industrial customers across the region.

For more information, please visit: www.goldstarcontainers.com

About Eagle Leasing

Founded in 1967 in Orange, Connecticut, Eagle Leasing is a leading provider of containers, trailers, and mobile office solutions throughout the Eastern United States. Over nearly six decades, the Eagle Leasing name has become synonymous with quality equipment and dependable service. Eagle Leasing manages a fleet of thousands of units serving public utilities, industrial manufacturing, construction, warehousing and logistics, retail, education, and government markets.

In July 2025, Eagle Leasing was acquired by the Rent-A-Container Network, which subsequently rebranded its family of companies under the Eagle Leasing name. Legacy brands include Rent-A-Container, ModuGo, A-1 Mobile Storage, Kelcon, Stuff-It Storage, Fortin Modular Storage, Wayside Trans. Corp, Containers4Less, Graf Bros Leasing, Schneider Trailer & Container Rental, and GoldStar Storage Container & Trailer Rentals.

For more information, please visit: www.eagleleasing.com

About Kinderhook Industries

Founded in 2003, Kinderhook Industries, LLC is a private investment firm that has raised $11 billion of committed capital. We have made in excess of 500 investments and follow-on acquisitions since inception. Kinderhook’s investment philosophy is predicated on matching differentiated, growth-oriented investment opportunities with financial expertise and our proprietary network of operating partners. Our focus is on middle market businesses with defensible niche market positioning in the healthcare services, environmental & industrial services, and automotive & light manufacturing sectors.

For more information, please visit: www.kinderhook.com