Welcome to the Breaking Boats Blog

Every scrap boat has a story, even when it reaches the end of the line. Welcome to the official blog of Boatbreakers, where we document the final voyages of the vessels (and their backstories) when they come through our Boat Scrapyard.

This blog offers a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of boat disposal and marine recycling in the UK. From recovering abandoned projects rotting in garden driveways to dealing with insurance write-offs and storm-damaged yachts, we tackle the jobs that keep our waterways and properties clear.

We also highlight the logistics of complex recoveries and the importance of environmental responsibility. We also showcase the “diamonds in the rough” the salvaged engines, masts, and vintage hardware that we rescue and recirculate to keep other boats afloat. Dive in to see our latest projects, unique finds, and the honest side of the marine industry.

Boat Scrapyard Finally Joins Instagram
Boat Scrapyard has finally joined Instagram. Previously it had been featured on our feed but we thought it's time it had a dedicated page.
Posted: 29 October 2019
Boat Mould Disposal: Boatbreakers Breaking the Mould
The Boatbreakers team were on the road last week. It was a trip to Stratford Upon Avon for a boat mould disposal job. There were three large GRP boat moulds with multiple smaller moulds inside. Judging by the size of the moulds the boats that came out of them were big!
Posted: 28 October 2019
Boat in a field Marine Recycling in Kent
A boat in a field provided a change of scenery for the team last week. Our most recent boat scrap job seemed to be a simple one on the surface.
Posted: 21 October 2019
Dominika Launches Boatbreakers Poland Website
Boatbreakers Poland Website Launches Boatbreakers' Poland website is now up and running and we think it looks great. Dominika and her team have done a fantastic job getting the site ready. Now it's down to the business of helping her find the first Polish customers. We have no [...]
Posted: 14 October 2019
Luke’s Running the Great South Run for the Rowans Hospice
Our head of Communications Luke (Me) is running this year's Great South Run in Portsmouth. Together with his girlfriend Hayleigh they are hoping to raise money for the Rowans.
Posted: 10 October 2019
Burnt Boats in Hayling Island Marina
Four burnt boats have been left after a fire at a Hayling Island Marina. We were informed by the local dive teams in Portsmouth who have been asked to help raise two of the burnt boats that had sunk.
Posted: 10 October 2019
Marine Recycling by Boatbreakers for End of Life Boats
Boatbreakers Marine Recycling End of life boats. We sat down with our Director Steve Frankland to discuss the current situation around old boats. And how Boatbreakers Marine Recycling End of life boats can start to make a difference. Currently, it seems to be an acceptable practice to abandon [...]
Posted: 8 October 2019
Boatbreakers Boat Removal From Driveway
Boatbreakers collect and dispose of hundreds of boats every year. The vast majority of boats that we collect across the UK would’ve come from the marinas or boatyards. However, you may be surprised to know that the next most frequent boat removal location is from peoples gardens or driveways.
Posted: 7 October 2019
Derelict Boats Appearing in Gosport Park
Boatbreakers team surrounded by derelict boats. If it's not dealing with derelict boats at work it's seeing them in our spare time.
Posted: 3 October 2019
Boatbreakers and the Future of Boat Demolition
Last week the Boatbreakers team hosted representatives of a number of governing bodies in the marine industry.
Posted: 1 October 2019
David Joins the Boatbreakers Team
The Boatbreakers team have added another member as we continue to grow. David is the newest member of our team and joins us ready to tackle the mountain of second-hand boat bits we have to sell. His job will be to oversee our Boat Scrapyard website and keep it full [...]
Posted: 1 October 2019
Boatbreakers Partner With Sea-Changers Charity
Boatbreakers partner with Sea-Changers to raise money for Marine based Charities in the UK.
Posted: 12 September 2019