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Baker Hughes Company reports developments tied to its role as an energy technology company serving energy and industrial customers worldwide. Recurring updates cover oilfield services and equipment, industrial and energy technology, financial results, dividends, governance matters and customer orders for turbomachinery, gas compression, power generation and lifecycle services.
Company news also includes project awards involving NovaLT™ gas turbines, LM-series aeroderivative turbines, centrifugal compressors, remote monitoring and diagnostic services, and inspection technologies through Waygate Technologies. These announcements reflect Baker Hughes' exposure to LNG, pipeline, offshore production, refinery and industrial inspection markets, alongside regular capital-return and earnings communications.
Baker Hughes Company (BKR) reported fourth quarter results showing orders of $6.7 billion, marking a 24% sequential increase and a 28% year-over-year rise. Revenue reached $5.5 billion, an 8% sequential growth but flat year-over-year. GAAP operating income rose 52% sequentially to $574 million, with adjusted operating income increasing 42% to $571 million. The company generated $773 million in cash flows from operations and $645 million in free cash flow, highlighting strong cash generation capabilities.
Michael Baker International has appointed Jason Sipes, P.E., as the new Office Executive in Dallas. With over 25 years of experience in alternative project delivery, his role includes leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance client projects and expand the firm's reach in North Texas. Previously, Sipes worked at Atkins and Cintra US, specializing in tolling and transportation services. His academic qualifications include an MBA from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor's in Construction Engineering from Purdue University.
Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) has secured a contract with Santos to provide turbomachinery for the Moomba Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project in South Australia. This project aims to permanently store 1.7 million tonnes of CO2 annually in depleted gas reservoirs and is a significant step in Santos' energy transition efforts. Baker Hughes will supply advanced technologies, including the PGT25+G4 gas turbine and MCL and BCL compressors, to compress and store CO2. This partnership marks over 35 years of collaboration between Baker Hughes and Santos, focusing on decarbonizing natural gas and advancing blue hydrogen production.
HMH has secured a contract valued at approximately USD 77 million from the Guangzhou Marine Geological Survey for a pressure control system. This includes a blowout preventer stack, the SeaONYX V.2 control system, and an 8,202 ft. riser package. The contract follows a prior USD 83 million engagement awarded to HMH's subsidiary, MHWirth AS, for topside drilling equipment. Expected delivery of these systems is set for December 2023, marking a significant milestone for HMH after its formation through merger in October 2021.
Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) has secured a contract with Bechtel to supply high-efficiency gas turbines and compressors for the expansion of the Pluto LNG facility in Western Australia. This new project, Pluto Train 2, will enhance LNG production capacity to about 5 million tons per annum. The collaboration extends Baker Hughes' 30-year partnership with Woodside, focusing on low-carbon energy solutions. The contract includes delivery of six LM6000PF+ gas turbines and 14 centrifugal compressors, aimed at maximizing efficiency and reducing emissions in LNG operations.
Baker Hughes (NYSE: BKR) announced a webcast scheduled for January 20, 2022, to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year results for the period ending December 31, 2021. The webcast will commence at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, following a press release at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time. This event will be accessible via the Baker Hughes investor relations website. The company, with over a century of experience, offers innovative solutions to energy and industrial customers across more than 120 countries.
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Baker Hughes (NYSE: BKR) has announced an investment in Ekona Power Inc. to advance the development of a novel methane pyrolysis technology, which produces turquoise hydrogen with significantly lower carbon emissions than traditional methods. This partnership aims to integrate the technology across various markets, including refineries and chemical plants. Baker Hughes will acquire a 20% stake in Ekona and support pilot project identification and commercialization efforts, enhancing its portfolio for hydrogen decarbonization solutions.
Baker Hughes will transition its Class A common stock and listed bonds from the NYSE to the Nasdaq, effective December 7, 2021. The stock will continue trading under the ticker symbol 'BKR'. This move is expected to enhance liquidity and provide cost savings for Baker Hughes, aligning with the company's strategy to lead in energy technology. CEO Lorenzo Simonelli emphasized that the shift supports their mission to advance the energy transition.
Baker Hughes (NYSE:BKR) has formed a multi-year commercial alliance with Augury, enhancing its asset performance management (APM) capabilities. This partnership integrates Augury’s advanced machine health technology, which utilizes AI and sensors to predict failures and optimize operations. By extending APM solutions to balance of plant machines, the collaboration aims to reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and energy consumption. The APM market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% through 2026, highlighting the significance of this alliance in accelerating digital transformation within the energy and industrial sectors.