BJ EXPRESS II (IMO 8911085)
BJ EXPRESS II is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1990 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,687 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,739, and a length overall of 141 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of temperature-sensitive cargo. BJ EXPRESS II is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 677054500
- Call sign: 5IM645
- Gross tonnage: 8739
- Deadweight: 9687 t
- Length overall: 141 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 106 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/04/2014, Algeciras (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/09/2026
- Registered owner: BJ MARINE TRANSPORT LTD (Jordan)
- Ship manager: CORAL TECHNICAL SERVICES (Jordan)
- Last AIS position: 40°43.4′N · 029°28.6′E · Speed 1.6 kn · at anchor · received 26 September 2026 at 08:40 UTC
- Destination: Diliskelesi (TR DIL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BJ EXPRESS II?
BJ EXPRESS II is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1990 and is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BJ EXPRESS II?
The vessel has a length overall of 141 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 8,739.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the flag of Tanzania. Throughout its history, it has operated under 5 different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2026. All-time records show 106 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 April 2014.
What is the classification status of BJ EXPRESS II?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
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