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ACCESSION NUMBER:		0001193125-25-168097
CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE:	DEFA14A
PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT:		1
FILED AS OF DATE:		20250729
DATE AS OF CHANGE:		20250729

FILER:

	COMPANY DATA:	
		COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:			CHART INDUSTRIES INC
		CENTRAL INDEX KEY:			0000892553
		STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:	FABRICATED PLATE WORK (BOILER SHOPS) [3443]
		ORGANIZATION NAME:           	04 Manufacturing
		EIN:				341712937
		STATE OF INCORPORATION:			DE
		FISCAL YEAR END:			1231

	FILING VALUES:
		FORM TYPE:		DEFA14A
		SEC ACT:		1934 Act
		SEC FILE NUMBER:	001-11442
		FILM NUMBER:		251162767

	BUSINESS ADDRESS:	
		STREET 1:		2200 AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
		STREET 2:		SUITE # 100
		CITY:			BALL GROUND
		STATE:			GA
		ZIP:			30107
		BUSINESS PHONE:		770-721-8800

	MAIL ADDRESS:	
		STREET 1:		2200 AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
		STREET 2:		SUITE # 100
		CITY:			BALL GROUND
		STATE:			GA
		ZIP:			30107
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<P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:18pt; font-family:Times New Roman" ALIGN="center"><B>SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION </B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman" ALIGN="center"><B>Washington, D.C. 20549 </B></P>
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Statement Pursuant to Section&nbsp;14(a) of the </B></P> <P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman" ALIGN="center"><B>Securities Exchange Act of 1934 </B></P>
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<TD ALIGN="left" VALIGN="top"> <P STYLE=" margin-top:0pt ; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; " ALIGN="left">Soliciting Material Pursuant to <FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">Section&nbsp;240.14a-12</FONT>
</P></TD></TR></TABLE> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:18pt; font-family:Times New Roman" ALIGN="center"><B>CHART INDUSTRIES, INC. </B></P>
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 <P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B>The following communication was sent by Jillian Evanko, President and CEO of Chart Industries, Inc., to
all employees on July&nbsp;29, 2025. </B></P> <P STYLE="font-size:12pt;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt">&nbsp;</P><DIV STYLE="line-height:1.0pt;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:2pt;border-bottom:1px solid #000000">&nbsp;</DIV>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>From: Jill Evanko, President and CEO of Chart </I></B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>Subject: Today&#146;s Acquisition Announcement (Baker Hughes) </I></B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Dear Chart Team, </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">I want to update you on events that have
occurred since we announced our intent to combine with Flowserve back on June 4. Recently, our Board received an alternative proposal from Baker Hughes to acquire Chart in an <FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">all-cash</FONT> transaction valued at
$210 per share. As a public company, our Board had a duty to evaluate the proposal and its value to our shareholders relative to our existing agreement with Flowserve. </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">After thorough review, in compliance with the terms of our merger agreement, the Board determined that the Baker Hughes proposal presented greater value to
shareholders than our agreement with Flowserve, due to its cash consideration and the premium offer price relative to our current and historic average share price. As a result, we have announced that our Board has terminated the prior merger
agreement with Flowserve and is moving forward with Baker Hughes as our new partner. You can read more about our agreement with Baker Hughes in the press release here:
<U>https://investors.bakerhughes.com/news-releases/news-release-details/baker-hughes-acquire-chart-industries-accelerating-energy</U> </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B>Benefits of the
Transaction </B></P> <P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Through this combination, we will gain valuable access to the resources and innovation of a premier player in the industry. Baker
Hughes&#146; core competencies in rotating equipment, flow control and digital technology pair well with our competencies in heat transfer, air and gas handling, and process technologies. </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Upon completing the transaction, which we expect to occur by <FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">mid-year</FONT> 2026, Chart will become an important part of the
Industrial&nbsp;&amp; Energy Technology (IET) segment of Baker Hughes, maintaining a significant presence in Ball Ground, Georgia and across our footprint. The combined business will continue to be led by Ganesh Ramaswamy, Executive Vice President
of IET, and I look forward to working closely with him to plan for the seamless integration of Chart into IET.</P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B>What This Means for You </B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">As you now know, the announcement of a transaction has no impact on our
<FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap"><FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">day-to-day</FONT></FONT> operations. We remain an independent company until the transaction closes and will have a dedicated team collaborating closely with representatives at Baker
Hughes to develop comprehensive integration plans. While this marks an exciting milestone on the path toward finalizing the transaction, it remains business as usual for all of us at Chart. </P>
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 <P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">We are confident this transaction will lead to greater growth opportunities for our employees and customers
around the world. As part of Baker Hughes, Chart will join a world-class organization and an exceptional team of talented individuals who are pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability in the industrials sector. </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B>Next Steps </B></P> <P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Today&#146;s announcement may understandably
raise questions about how this new transaction could affect you, and we are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. You&#146;ll receive an invitation today for a Global CEO Town Hall taking place at 11:00 AM ET, where we&#146;ll
share more details about what to expect in the coming weeks and months. I&#146;m looking forward to connecting with all of you to discuss this exciting next chapter. </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">The Board, the entire leadership team and I are incredibly thankful for your hard work, dedication and understanding during this time. We are excited about
our future as part of the Baker Hughes organization and look forward to this new chapter. </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Thank you, </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Jill Evanko </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">President and CEO </P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Chart </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>No Offer or Solicitation </I></B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor
shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made
except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section&nbsp;10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>Important Additional
Information </I></B></P> <P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">This communication may be deemed to be solicitation material in respect of the proposed merger transaction between Chart and Baker
Hughes. In connection therewith, Chart intends to file relevant materials with the SEC, including a proxy statement of Chart (the &#147;proxy statement&#148;) that will be mailed to Chart stockholders seeking their approval of its
transaction-related proposals. However, such documents are not currently available. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR ANY INVESTMENT DECISION, INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT REGARDING THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND ANY
OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED OR TO BE FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND THE PARTIES TO THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION.
Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the proxy statement and other documents containing important information about each of Chart and Baker Hughes, once such documents are filed with the SEC, through the website maintained by the
SEC at www.sec.gov. Copies of documents filed with the SEC by Chart will be available free of charge on Chart&#146;s website at ir.chartindustries.com. </P>
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 <P STYLE="margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>Participants in the Solicitation </I></B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Chart and its directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Chart&#146;s stockholders in respect of the
proposed transaction. Information regarding Chart&#146;s directors and executive officers, including a description of their direct interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is contained in Chart&#146;s Form
<FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">10-K</FONT> for the year ended December&nbsp;31, 2024, filed with the SEC on February&nbsp;28, 2025, and its proxy statement filed with the SEC on April&nbsp;8, 2025. To the extent holdings of Chart&#146;s securities
by its directors or executive officers have changed since the amounts set forth in Chart&#146;s 2025 proxy statement, such changes have been or will be reflected on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership of Securities on Form 3, Statements of
Changes in Beneficial Ownership on Form 4 or Annual Statements of Changes in Beneficial Ownership of Securities on Form 5 subsequently filed with the SEC.&nbsp;Additional information regarding the interests of such participants in the solicitation
of proxies in respect of the proposed merger transaction will be included in the proxy statement and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC when they become available. These documents (when available) can be obtained free of charge from
the sources indicated above. </P> <P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman"><B><I>Forward-Looking Statements and Cautionary Statements </I></B></P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:6pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Certain statements made in this communication are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the&nbsp;Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995.&nbsp;These statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the proposed merger transaction between Chart Industries, Inc. (&#147;Chart&#148;) and Baker Hughes Company (&#147;Baker Hughes&#148;), including
statements related to the expected timing of the completion of the transaction and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements may be identified by terminology such as &#147;may,&#148; &#147;will,&#148;
&#147;should,&#148; &#147;could,&#148; &#147;expects,&#148; &#147;anticipates,&#148; &#147;believes,&#148; &#147;projects,&#148; &#147;forecasts,&#148; &#147;outlook,&#148; &#147;guidance,&#148; &#147;continue,&#148; &#147;target,&#148;
&#147;estimates,&#148; &#147;potential,&#148; &#147;intends,&#148; &#147;plans,&#148; or the negative of such terms or comparable terminology.</P>
<P STYLE="margin-top:12pt; margin-bottom:0pt; font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman">Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about the consummation of the
potential merger transaction, including the expected time period to consummate the potential merger transaction. All such forward-looking statements are based upon current plans, estimates, expectations and ambitions that are subject to risks,
uncertainties and assumptions,&nbsp;many of which are beyond the control of Chart and Baker Hughes, that could cause&nbsp;actual results to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. Key factors that could cause
actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: the risk that regulatory approvals are not obtained or are obtained subject to conditions, limitations or restrictions that are not anticipated by Chart; the failure to receive, on
a timely basis or otherwise, the required transaction-related approval of Chart&#146;s stockholders; potential delays in consummating the proposed merger transaction, including as a result of failure to receive any regulatory approvals (or any
conditions, limitations or restrictions placed on such approvals); the possibility that competing offers or acquisition proposals may be made;&nbsp;the occurrence of any event, change or other&nbsp;circumstance that could give rise to the
termination of the&nbsp;merger agreement, including in circumstances which would require Chart or Baker Hughes to pay a termination fee; unforeseen or unknown liabilities; customer, stockholder, regulatory and other stakeholder approvals and
support; unexpected future capital expenditures; potential litigation relating to the proposed merger transaction that could be instituted against Chart, Baker Hughes or their respective directors; the possibility that the transaction may be more
expensive to complete than anticipated, including as a result of unexpected factors or events; the effect of the announcement, pendency or completion of the proposed merger transaction on the parties&#146;
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business relationships and business generally; risks that the proposed merger transaction disrupts current plans and operations of Chart or Baker Hughes and potential difficulties in employee
retention as a result of the proposed merger transaction, as well as the risk of disruption of management and ongoing business operations during the pendency of, the proposed merger transaction; uncertainties as to whether the proposed merger
transaction will be consummated on the anticipated timing or at all; changes in commodity prices; negative effects of this announcement, and the pendency or completion of the proposed merger transaction on the market price of Chart&#146;s common
stock and/or operating results; rating agency actions and the ability to access short- and long-term debt markets on a timely and affordable basis; various events that could disrupt operations, including severe weather, cybersecurity attacks, as
well as security threats and governmental response to them, and technological changes; labor disputes; changes in labor costs and labor difficulties; the effects of industry, market, economic, political or regulatory conditions outside of
Chart&#146;s or Baker Hughes&#146; control; the possibility that Baker Hughes may not be able to obtain sufficient financing or otherwise have sufficient financial resources to pay the merger consideration on a timely basis or otherwise;
legislative, regulatory and economic developments targeting public companies in the industrial sector; global supply chain disruptions and the current inflationary environment; the substantial dependence of Chart&#146;s sales on the success of the
energy, chemical, power generation and general industries; economic, political and other risks associated with the international operations of Chart; potential adverse effects resulting from the implementation of tariffs and related retaliatory
actions and changes to or uncertainties related to tariffs and trade agreements; and the risks described in Item 1A &#147;Risk Factors&#148; of Chart&#146;s and Baker Hughes&#146; most recent Annual Reports on Form
<FONT STYLE="white-space:nowrap">10-K</FONT> and in subsequent filings with the SEC. Other unpredictable factors not discussed in this communication could also have material adverse effects on forward-looking statements. All forward-looking
statements included in this communication are based on information available to Chart and Baker Hughes on the date hereof and Chart and Baker Hughes undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, except as required by
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