BJ EXPRESS III (IMO 9164794)
BJ EXPRESS III is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,731 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,118. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. BJ EXPRESS III is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 352002505
- Call sign: 3E2658
- Gross tonnage: 14118
- Deadweight: 20731 t
- Length overall: 158 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 77 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 24/05/2026, Tuzla (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: BJ MARINE TRANSPORT LTD (Jordan)
- Last AIS position: 31°20.4′N · 030°18.0′E · Speed 5.3 kn · moored · received 25 June 2026 at 17:09 UTC
- Destination: EDCO
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BJ EXPRESS III?
BJ EXPRESS III is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BJ EXPRESS III?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 20,731 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,118.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has BJ EXPRESS III been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of activity.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 96 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026. All-time records show 77 inspections since 1999 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 May 2026.
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