BF ESPERANZA is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,170 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,990, and a length overall of 135 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. BF ESPERANZA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026.
BF ESPERANZA is a container ship built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 135 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 11,170 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
The vessel has been tracked in West Africa and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed operating within West Europe.
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