The results of the tests is very good, with an efficiency greater than 44% and 15% more power. Also the new turbine drastically reduces nitrogen oxide emissions. The tests were also possible thanks to specific investments made by Baker Hughes, with the construction of a special structure for the Lm9000, worth 14 million euros. The test was celebrated with an institutional visit to Massa: present, among others, the Undersecretary for Economic Development Gian Paolo Manzella, the President of the Region of Tuscany Enrico Rossi, local authorities and trade unions. The development of the Lm9000 turbine is part of the Galileo investment program, supported by Mise and the Region of Tuscany.

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