10:23 AM EST, 11/17/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Chart Industries (GTLS) said Monday that President and Chief Executive Officer Jill Evanko will step down in early 2026 to take an executive role at a privately held company.

Evanko will remain with the company as a senior advisor until its acquisition by Baker Hughes ( BKR ) is completed, expected to occur by mid-2026, the company said.

The company said the board plans to appoint an interim CEO from within the organization.

Chart said the Baker Hughes ( BKR ) transaction has been approved by its shareholders and the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act has expired.