Eagle Leasing Expands in the Carolinas with Containers4Less Acquisition

The Rent-A-Container network company buys Raleigh-based portable storage provider.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The Eagle Leasing Company, part of the Rent-A-Container network and owned by Kinderhook Industries, has acquired substantially all of the assets of West Brothers Trailers and Containers4Less, a Raleigh, North Carolina-based provider of shipping containers and semi-trailer rentals. The acquisition strengthens Eagle Leasing's footprint in the Carolinas and surrounding markets.

Why it matters

The deal allows Eagle Leasing to expand its presence in the growing portable storage and container rental market in the Southeast, particularly in North Carolina and surrounding states. Containers4Less has built a strong reputation for customer service and local expertise, which Eagle Leasing aims to leverage to better serve its existing and new customers in the region.

The details

Containers4Less provides shipping containers and semi-trailer rentals to a diverse customer base in construction, logistics, retail, and commercial enterprises across the Carolinas. The company is known for its dependable equipment, responsive service, and long-standing customer relationships. All Containers4Less employees have been offered positions with the Rent-A-Container organization to ensure continuity for customers.

  • The acquisition was announced on February 17, 2026.

The players

Eagle Leasing Company, LLC

Part of the Rent-A-Container network of companies and a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, providing shipping containers, semi-trailers, and ground level offices for lease.

West Brothers Trailers and Containers4Less

A Raleigh, North Carolina-based provider of shipping containers and semi-trailer rentals, acquired by Eagle Leasing.

Mike Ferrantino

Director of Mergers & Acquisitions at Rent-A-Container & Eagle Leasing.

Tommy West

Owner of West Brothers Trailers and Containers4Less.

Kinderhook Industries

A private investment firm that owns Eagle Leasing and the Rent-A-Container network of companies.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited to welcome Containers4Less to the Eagle Leasing Family. These businesses represent exactly what we look for in a partner: strong leadership, loyal customers, and a reputation for doing things the right way. This acquisition strengthens our footprint in the Carolinas and positions us well to support our existing branches in Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA.”

— Mike Ferrantino, Director of Mergers & Acquisitions at Rent-A-Container & Eagle Leasing (BusinessWire)

“It was important for me to find a partner who would take care of our customers and our people. Eagle Leasing shares our commitment to service and integrity, and they bring the scale and resources needed to support long-term growth. I'm confident this transaction sets up the business for a very strong next chapter.”

— Tommy West, Owner of West Brothers Trailers and Containers4Less (BusinessWire)

What’s next

The acquisition is expected to strengthen Eagle Leasing's presence in the Carolinas and surrounding markets, allowing the company to better serve its existing and new customers in the region.

The takeaway

This deal highlights the continued consolidation in the portable storage and container rental industry, as larger players like Eagle Leasing look to expand their geographic footprint and service capabilities through strategic acquisitions of regional providers like Containers4Less.