Luke Edney

Luke’s journey with us started over a decade ago in 2015, where he originally joined to write content and learn the industry ropes. Fast forward ten years, and he is now the Owner and Director of both Boatbreakers and Boat Scrapyard!

In that time, Luke has not only helped shape our online presence but also established Boatbreakers as the go-to authority for end-of-life boat solutions. His work has seen him featured in:

Multiple Marine Publications
BBC Radio
Four successful series of Scrap Kings on Quest
Mentions in the Daily Telegraph
Provide Boats/Props for Movies and TV including Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Paddington and Doctor Who.

Key Digital Contributions

A journalism graduate of Brighton University, Luke is the engine behind our highly successful digital platforms, including:

The popular Breaking Boats Blog.
The incredibly successful Boat Scrapyard Group, boasting over 60,000 members.
The Boatbreakers YouTube channel, which has amassed over 16,000 subscribers and more than 12 million total views!

Your First Point of Contact

Having helped thousands of boat owners recycle their end-of-life vessels and saved them thousands in the process, Luke remains the first point of contact for all incoming enquiries. He personally manages them through to conclusion, providing expert guidance every step of the way.

Luke is always happy to help with any enquiry, so please feel free to get in contact with him directly!

Chinook RIB Removal in Calshot | Boatbreakers Insurance Salvage
Boatbreakers® collected a collision-damaged Chinook RIB hull from Calshot for an insurance write-off claim.
Posted: 30 June 2026
Kent Boat Disposal: Recycling a Macwester 27
Boatbreakers® were in Kent to lift and collect a Macwester 27 yacht directly from a boat club with no lifting facilities for full recycling.
Posted: 24 June 2026
Folksong 26 Yacht Removal in Portland (Dorset)
Boatbreakers® collected an abandoned Folksong 26 yacht from a Portland yard in Dorset recycling a classic boat with a rich history.
Posted: 19 June 2026
Responsible Fishing Boat Disposal
Boatbreakers® scrapped a fishing boat with soft decks in Portsmouth. We recycle unsafe boats rather than letting them end up abandoned.
Posted: 12 June 2026
Can Onboard Gear Cover Boat Disposal Costs?
Boatbreakers® tested whether salvaging a Dufour's Beta engine and winches on Hayling Island could fully cover its transport and disposal costs.
Posted: 8 June 2026
Chichester Trapper Boat Disposal
Boatbreakers® cut down topside fittings to transport and recycle a deep-keel Trapper yacht from North Shore Boatyard in Chichester Harbour.
Posted: 6 June 2026
Hayling Island Boat Yard Clearance
Boatbreakers® cleared an abandoned yacht from a Hayling Island yard, freeing up hard standing space and recycling the hull.
Posted: 3 June 2026
Birchwood 25 Boat Collection and Recycling in Bristol
Boatbreakers® collected a Birchwood 25 from Bristol for eco-friendly recycling, ending high mooring fees after a final engine breakdown.
Posted: 29 May 2026
Sadler 25 Removal at Wicor Marine Portchester
Project Sadler 25 Recycling Finding the tipping point in a boat restoration is a familiar story for many boat owners. What starts as a weekend project can quickly spiral into a mountain of tasks. Which was exactly the case for a Sadler 25 sitting on the hard standing at Wicor [...]
Posted: 27 May 2026
Heron 22 Wooden Boat Removal at Chichester Marina
Heron 22 Removal Neglecting an aging wooden boat is a slippery slope. Over time, gentle wear and tear can quickly compound into severe structural issues. Leaving owners feeling completely overwhelmed. That was precisely the story behind a classic Heron 22 yacht. She had sat idle at Chichester Marina for a [...]
Posted: 20 May 2026
Discounted Sabre 27 Boat Removal on a Farm
Discounted Boat Disposal Storing a boat on a friend's land often seems like a great way to avoid commercial yard fees. But it rarely solves the bigger issue of what to do with an unused vessel. That was the setup for a Sabre 27, which had been resting on an [...]
Posted: 15 May 2026
Isle of Wight Boat Recycling Sea Cracker 33
Sea Cracker 33 Collection Taking on a classic yacht restoration is a huge commitment. But when a project stalls, even finding a place to keep the boat can become a major hurdle. That was the situation facing the owner of a Sea Cracker 33 on the Isle of Wight. After [...]
Posted: 13 May 2026