ROSCO POPLAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,331 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 42,647, and a length overall of 224 metres. This size and capacity are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk commodities transport. ROSCO POPLAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South East Asia, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 May 2026.
ROSCO POPLAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 224 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 82,331 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 29 May 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 31 May 2022.
The vessel has been active in East Africa, South East Asia, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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