logistics Tech Comparison
Supply Chain Optimization vs Hyperlane Charting
Comparing the Supply Chain Optimization (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 Optimization | Hyperlane Charting |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T2 | T3 |
| Research time | 8▼ | 18 |
| metal cost | 10,000▼ | 40,000 |
| crystal cost | 5,000▼ | 20,000 |
| credits cost | 15,000▼ | — |
| gas cost | — | 5,000▼ |
| Effect | +10% -build time | +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 Optimization
Streamlined procurement pipelines cut all ship and building construction times by 10%.
Unlocks buildings: logistics hub
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 Optimization is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the logistics branch, opening the path toward Hyperlane Charting.