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The GF in \u201cKAMSARMAX GF\u201d stands for Gas Fuel. This eco-ship combines the versatility of KAMSARMAX with the high environmental performance of LNG fuel. Designed to use LNG as its primary fuel, it has achieved a reduction of carbon dioxide (CO\u2082) emissions by 40% or more compared to the EEDI* reference line and meet the reduction rate by a large margin for EEDI Phase 3 that will take effect in 2025. In addition, sulfur oxides (SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) have also been greatly reduced. By obtaining Approval in Principle from the Lloyd\u2019s Register, which established and certifies technical standards, we have enhanced the specificity of basic design and enabled smooth development into detailed design. Comment from Sachio Okumura, President of TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING \u201cWith the needs for environmental performance of ships increasing year by year, TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING has been accelerating its research and development into environmentally-friendly technologies. 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