logistics Tech Comparison
Fleet Resupply Tenders vs Supply Chain Optimization
Comparing the Fleet Resupply Tenders (Tier 3) and Supply Chain Optimization (Tier 2), 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 | Fleet Resupply Tenders | Supply Chain Optimization |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T2 |
| Research time | 14 | 8▼ |
| metal cost | 25,000 | 10,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 12,000 | 5,000▼ |
| credits cost | — | 15,000▼ |
| Effect | +50% -return to base cooldown | +10% -build time |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Fleet Resupply Tenders
Support ships resupply combat fleets in the field, reducing return-to-base cooldown by 50%.
Unlocks ships: tender mk1
Requires: logistics 2
Supply Chain Optimization
Streamlined procurement pipelines cut all ship and building construction times by 10%.
Unlocks buildings: logistics hub
Requires: logistics 1
Which Should You Research First?
The Supply Chain Optimization is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the logistics branch, opening the path toward Fleet Resupply Tenders.