The heritage of innovation

For over 100 years, we have been a leader in industrial turbomachinery and the heart of innovation in Florence, Italy. This heritage continues to power the turbine, compressor, and pump technology we apply to energy and industry today. With new generation gas turbine design, enabling higher efficiency and reliability for operators, today’s Florence manufacturing site uses LEAN production principles, additive manufacturing and integrated digital systems, producing advanced technology solutions as part of Baker Hughes’ energy transition strategic portfolio.

Recently one of our Italian employees, Alessandro Antonelli, discovered some old photographs that chronicled the rich history of this local site. Antonelli was inspired to use his photography skills to create a modern look back at the similarities and differences around the manufacturing facility, which for over a century has been driving innovation for the industry.