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Speed and consumption calculator

See how a change in speed affects daily consumption, voyage time and total voyage fuel. Based on the cube law, with an adjustable exponent.

3 is the usual approximation. Typical vessels range from about 2.5 to 3.5.
Consumption at new speed–
Change in voyage time–
Change in voyage fuel–
Change in fuel cost–

Consumption at different speeds

Speed (kn)mt/dayDaysVoyage fuel (mt)

The cube law is an approximation. Real consumption also depends on draught, trim, hull and propeller condition, weather and engine load limits. Check slow steaming against your engine maker's guidance.

Estimates for planning only. Always confirm figures with your technical team, voyage instructions and the Bunker Delivery Note.

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Atlas Bunkering pools stems across fleets and passes on the rate we secure. The supplier invoices you directly.

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