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ClassNK GF (Gas-Fuelled) Notation

ClassNK notation for ships using gas as primary fuel - certifies IGF Code compliance + additional GF-specific requirements.

ClassClassNKGas fuel
Criteria
4/4
Status
GF (Gas-Fuelled) eligible
Formula, assumptions, and limits

ClassNK GF umbrellas LNG, LPG, methanol, ammonia - each with additional sub-notation (GF-LNG, GF-NH₃, etc.). IGF Code MSC.391(95) is the IMO baseline; class rules add detailed tank + piping scantling checks.

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
International Code of Safety for Ships using Gases or other Low-flashpoint Fuels - MSC.391(95)