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A legacy of expertise. A vision for moving the future of energy forward.

In 2023, Apollo Management launched HYDRIA Gas Technologies by uniting CATEC Gases and Kelley Leasing Partners, creating a leader in high-pressure gas storage and transportation solutions.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, CATEC Gases has been at the forefront of advancing high-pressure vessel (HPV) technology since its founding in 2014 with Morgan Stanley & Co. funding. As one of only three manufacturers globally authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation to produce Type IV composite-wrapped cylinders, CATEC earned ASME certification in 2024, cementing its reputation as an industry pioneer. Its state-of-the-art 81,000 sq. ft. facility is the largest dedicated to Type IV vessels, with an annual capacity of 2,000 High Pressure Vessel or 250 integrated units.
HYDRIA’s strategic consolidation solidifies itself as a powerhouse of fully integrated solutions for high-pressure gas storage, transportation, and leasing – uniquely equipped to serve industrial gas markets, low carbon fuel alternatives, and microgrid applications. HYDRIA delivers unmatched reliability and flexibility through advanced manufacturing, rigorous safety standards, and versatile leasing options, meeting the evolving demands of modern energy and industrial markets.

1946
Kelley Leasing Partners

Jack B. Kelley starts helium business

1960
Kelley Leasing Partners

JBK builds world’s first jumbo tube trailer for helium and hydrogen

1963
Kelley Leasing Partners

First tube trailer lease

1968
Kelley Leasing Partners

JBK expands into cryogenic liquids

1980
Kelley Leasing Partners

Jack Kelley passes away, Ken Kelley takes over Jack B. Kelley, Inc.

1986
Kelley Leasing Partners

JBK starts expanding by acquiring WS Hatch Co in Utah and Minute Man Transport in AZ

1994
Kelley Leasing Partners

first LNG fueled trucks start running in Utah, LNG distribution business starts up

1999
Kelley Leasing Partners

Sold the helium business to Praxair

2005
Kelley Leasing Partners

Sold the LNG distribution business to Applied Natural Gas Fuels

2008
Kelley Leasing Partners

built first type 2 cylinder, Kelley GTM, and obtained US DoT approval

2011
Kelley Leasing Partners

Sold the trucking company to Kenan Advantage Group

2014
CATEC Gases

Composites Advanced Technologies (CATEC Gases) was founded in Houston Texas.

2015
CATEC Gases

DOT Testing and development for first 11ft and 25ft cylinders.

2017
CATEC Gases

DOT approved SP 20425 Houston Facility developed and tooled.

2019
CATEC Gases

First Trailer produced. CT-0753 53’ trailer

2020
CATEC Gases

First 40’ trailer CT-0840 produced

2021
CATEC Gases

Transport Canada approved

2023
CATEC Gases

First trailer into leasing fleet.

HYDRIA

Apollo Management Acquired CATEC – HYDRIA was formed

HYDRIA

HYDRIA Acquired Kelley Leasing partners

2024
HYDRIA

First smaller trailer CT-0415 15’ trailer Produced Second small trailer CT-0430 30’ trailer produced ASME Facility approved Single Cylinder developed Leasing fleet reached 50 units