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Slow steaming

Term · Logistics and supply chain · MLC-T-LOG-000206

The practice of operating cargo ships at reduced speeds to conserve fuel and lower greenhouse gas emissions. While it increases transit times, it significantly decreases fuel consumption, which is a major operational cost for shipping lines. This strategy also contributes to compliance with environmental regulations aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of maritime transport.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-LOG-000206
FieldLogistics and supply chain
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-LOG-000206",
  "term": "Slow steaming",
  "field": "Logistics and supply chain",
  "definition": "The practice of operating cargo ships at reduced speeds to conserve fuel and lower greenhouse gas emissions. While it increases transit times, it significantly decreases fuel consumption, which is a major operational cost for shipping lines. This strategy also contributes to compliance with environmental regulations aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of maritime transport.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/slow-steaming/"
}

Record 219 of 256 in Logistics and supply chain terminology (MLC-0105). Request the full dataset.