logistics Tech Comparison
Supply Chain Optimisation vs Hyperlane Charting
Comparing the Supply Chain Optimisation (Tier 2) and Hyperlane Charting (Tier 3), both logistics technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Supply Chain Optimisation | Hyperlane Charting |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T2 | T3 |
| Research time | 10▼ | 18 |
| metal cost | 10,000▼ | 40,000 |
| crystal cost | 5,000▼ | 20,000 |
| credits cost | 20,000▼ | — |
| gas cost | — | 5,000▼ |
| Effect | +10% -building upkeep | +25% fleet travel speed |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Supply Chain Optimisation
Reduces upkeep costs for all buildings by 10%.
Requires: logistics 1
Hyperlane Charting
Comprehensive stellar cartography maps optimal hyperlane routes, increasing fleet movement speed by 25%.
Unlocks buildings: cartography center
Requires: logistics 7
Which Should You Research First?
The Supply Chain Optimisation is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the logistics branch, opening the path toward Hyperlane Charting.