TECNIMONT and Baker Hughes partner to pursue modular, scalable LNG projects globally, supporting energy security, faster deployment, and lower-carbon infrastructure.
MAIRE, the global engineering and technology group listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, has announced that its integrated engineering and construction subsidiary, TECNIMONT, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Baker Hughes, a leading energy technology company. The two organizations have signed a non-exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at jointly exploring opportunities in liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects across global markets, with a specific focus on modular and scalable development concepts.
Under the terms of the MoU, TECNIMONT and Baker Hughes will work together to assess potential participation in upcoming LNG tenders that utilize Baker Hughes’ NMBL™ LNG modular liquefaction technology. This modular solution is designed to support flexible LNG plant configurations, enabling faster deployment and scalability compared to traditional large-scale liquefaction facilities. The agreement establishes a structured framework through which both parties will evaluate project requirements, define technical and commercial scopes of work, and determine the most appropriate cooperation model on a project-by-project basis.
The collaboration brings together complementary strengths from both companies. TECNIMONT contributes decades of experience in the execution of complex engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects across the global energy value chain. Its track record spans large-scale energy infrastructure, petrochemicals, and industrial plants delivered in challenging environments. Baker Hughes, meanwhile, adds advanced technological capabilities in gas liquefaction, turbomachinery, power generation, and digital solutions, positioning the partnership to offer next-generation LNG solutions tailored to evolving market needs.
The partnership comes at a time when LNG continues to play a pivotal role in the global energy transition. As countries seek to reduce reliance on coal and other higher-emission fuels, natural gas is increasingly viewed as a transitional energy source that can enhance energy security while lowering overall carbon intensity. In this context, modular and scalable LNG solutions are gaining traction, particularly in emerging and remote markets where demand growth, infrastructure constraints, or capital discipline require flexible project execution and shorter development timelines.
By leveraging modular LNG concepts, projects can be developed in phases, reducing upfront capital expenditure and allowing capacity to be expanded in line with market demand. These advantages also translate into faster time-to-market, an increasingly important factor as governments and energy companies seek rapid solutions to supply constraints and geopolitical uncertainty.
The TECNIMONT–Baker Hughes collaboration aims to address these dynamics by offering efficient, flexible, and lower-carbon LNG infrastructure solutions that align with both energy security objectives and long-term decarbonization pathways. The companies expect their combined expertise to enhance competitiveness in global LNG tenders, particularly those prioritizing innovation, sustainability, and execution certainty.
Commenting on the agreement, Alessandro Bernini, Chief Executive Officer of MAIRE, highlighted the strategic significance of the partnership. He stated that the MoU represents an important step in MAIRE’s broader strategy to support the evolution of global gas value chains through high-efficiency and modular technologies. Bernini emphasized that by combining TECNIMONT’s EPC leadership with Baker Hughes’ advanced liquefaction solutions, the companies are well positioned to respond to rising demand for flexible LNG capacity while contributing to a more resilient and sustainable global energy system.
