Bertram 28 Boat Recycling in Littlehampton: Self-Loading Salvage and Component Recovery
Balancing the Books: Why This Bertram 28 Swapped Littlehampton for Recycling
Deciding when to say goodbye to a beloved vessel is never easy. But for the owner of a Bertram 28 fishing boat in Littlehampton, the math simply stopped adding up. Known for their legendary deep-V hulls and rugged construction, Bertram 28s are iconic offshore performers. However, when a former workhorse faces “economical beyond repair” engine issues, the cost of restoration often far outweighs the market value.
A Heavy Lift in Littlehampton
Collecting a boat of this size, roughly 10,000 lbs and an 11-foot beam is no simple trailer job. Our latest mission took us to a yard in Littlehampton where the marina lacked its own heavy lifting facilities.
But the Boatbreakers team is equipped for the “difficult” jobs. We dispatched our specialist Hiab truck, allowing us to self-load the Bertram safely without needing on-site yard cranes.
The Pre-Collection Salvage Strategy
Before the Hiab arrived, we performed a thorough pre-strip of the vessel. At Boatbreakers, we are committed to the circular economy. Our engineers removed Electronics like the Navigation and sonar equipment to be tested and resold. The Windlass: A high-value component that still had plenty of life. The Engine even though they required costly repairs, they remain valuable for parts or specialist refurbishment.
By stripping these items beforehand, we reduce the weight for transport and ensure that high-quality marine parts are diverted from the scrap heap and made available to other boaters through our Boat Scrapyard shop.
Sustainable Boat Disposal
Once loaded, the Bertram 28 was transported back to our yard for final decommissioning. While the owner was sad to see their fishing partner go, they chose the most responsible route: recycling.
Instead of letting an end-of-life boat rot in a yard, incurring mounting storage fees, this Bertram has been processed professionally, with every reusable bolt and bracket saved for the next generation of sailors.
Do you have a boat in Littlehampton, or anywhere in the UK, that has become a financial burden? Contact Boatbreakers today for a professional recycling quote.
