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.

2019 Boat Disposal Recap (Part 1)
2019 has been a busy year for Boatbreakers® so far. From our first day back in after the new year we had boats turning up for disposal.
Posted: 25 March 2019
Welcome to the new Boatbreakers Site!
Welcome to the all new Boatbreakers® website. We thought that it was time to freshen things up and help make it even easier for you to use.
Posted: 21 March 2019
Swedish Boat Scrapping Scheme
Our Boatbreakers® team are always on the lookout for new stories about the world of boat disposal. We were pleasantly surprised to see that Sweden is the latest nation to help fund end of life boat disposal.
Posted: 4 December 2018
Dumped Boats In A Gosport Marina
A marina in Gosport has become a dumping ground for dumped boats. The problem of owners leaving a boat to rot in a boatyard is a growing issue.
Posted: 20 November 2018
Boat Graveyard in Bermuda
Our team found this video of abandoned boats in a Bermudan Boat Graveyard on Youtube. Whilst the video is a fairly short one it shows a worrying image of how many boat yards will end up looking if boats are left abandoned by their owners.
Posted: 19 November 2018
American Problem With Abandoned Boats
American Problem With Abandoned Boats, By Travis Fain, WRAL statehouse reporter.
Posted: 19 November 2018
Dell Quay Ranger 27 in for Scrap
A Dell Quay Ranger 27 arrived in the yard today for disposal. If you are looking for parts for a Ranger 27 please get in contact fast as she won't be around for long.
Posted: 15 November 2018
Abandoned Boats Collection: Gosport
In between the stormy wind and showers this week our team have been out collecting abandoned boats. The boats in question were rowing boats left on a public pontoon.
Posted: 13 November 2018
Burnt Sunseeker Disposal
The latest boat to roll into the yard is a timely reminder of the damage that fire can do. Before the blaze the boat was a working Sunseeker 36 and would have been worth around £50,000.
Posted: 9 November 2018
Scrap Boat Corner
Next time you visit a marina, boatyard, canal or even just a harbour see how many boats you see that you think are end of life.
Posted: 1 November 2018
Beached Breakers
Eastney beach in Portsmouth is a regular destination for our team. Sadly it has become a local dumping ground for unwanted project boats.
Posted: 31 October 2018
Scrap Kings Season 2 Filming
The Boatbreakers® team had another day of fun whilst filming for the second season of Scrap Kings.
Posted: 22 October 2018