Slow Steaming
Slow steaming is the practice of operating cargo ships at significantly reduced speeds to save fuel, reduce emissions, and lower operational costs. While this approach extends transit times, it can lead to substantial savings and environmental benefits. Slow steaming is often used by shipping lines to manage capacity and optimize fuel efficiency.
Related glossary terms
Bunker adjustment factor (BAF)
Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) is the carrier surcharge that recovers fluctuating fuel costs on ocean freight. Learn how BAF is calculated and disputed.
Fuel Surcharge (FSC)
Fuel Surcharge (FSC) is an extra fee added to base freight charges to offset carrier fuel price fluctuations, calculated as a percentage of freight cost or…
Vessel Schedule Reliability
Vessel schedule reliability measures how consistently ships arrive on time. Learn how it drives inventory costs, demurrage risk, and supply chain disruptions.
Ocean Freight
Ocean Freight refers to transporting goods by sea using container ships or bulk carriers, the dominant mode of international trade due to its large-volume…
