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.

Interview for Asia Pacific Boating magazine
At Boatbreakers®, we were recently asked to answer some questions from Asia Pacific Boating Magazine for an article they are writing about boat disposal and end of life boats. Below is a copy of the questions and our answers.
Posted: 7 February 2018
Boatbreakers 2017 Christmas Opening Times
Our office at our yard in Portsmouth will be closed between the 22nd December and 2nd January.
Posted: 1 December 2017
New Job Opportunity at Boatbreakers®
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity and have the skills to work at the highest level within a small dynamic team to spearhead and influence the continued exceptional growth of Boatbreakers®?
Posted: 19 October 2017
Winter Is Coming For Boatbreakers
Winter really is coming for Boatbreakers®. With the conclusion of the Southampton Boat Show the summer season slams shut and it's now that boat owners face the decisions on what to do with their boat over the winter.
Posted: 5 October 2017
Walt Disney Magic at the Boatbreakers® Yard
Today the Boatbreakers® yard was a hive of activity as grown men couldn't hide their excitement at the arrival of Lightning McQueen.
Posted: 3 October 2017
Latest Scrap Boat: Written Off Humber Rib
This week we had a call to collect and dispose of a Humber Rib that had been involved in a road traffic accident.
Posted: 28 September 2017
Americans Count the Cost After Hurricane Irma
Florida has taken a real beating during the most recent hurricane season and it's hit many boat owners the hardest. Every news bulletin that has covered the recent storms has shown the devastating effect of the storm on the local boating community.
Posted: 18 September 2017
“Scrap Kings”- Boatbreakers TV Debut
Boatbreakers® are had an interesting week as the team featured on Quest's new series Scrap Kings for the first time. The new show aims to showcase different companies in the scrap business across the UK.
Posted: 29 August 2017
Boat Disposal Interview: Discussing End of Life Processes
At Boatbreakers® we were recently contacted by someone studying for his masters who thesis is based on the issue of boat disposal in the UK and the current End of Life processes in place to deal with old boats.
Posted: 15 August 2017
Canadian’s Abandoned Boat Program
Canada is the latest country to try and tackle the problem of abandoned boats littering their waterways. It was recently announced by Transport Canada that they will be looking for people to take part in their Abandoned Boats Program.
Posted: 26 July 2017
America’s Pilot Boat Disposal Program
Abandoned boats are a growing global problem. Boatbreakers® focus our efforts on the UK and Europe but across the Atlantic there is a similar problem occurring. At Boatbreakers® we often get enquiries from American boat owners who are looking to dispose of their end of life vessel in a responsible manner.
Posted: 26 July 2017
The Issue of Boat Disposal
End of Life Boats are a problem that won't just go away. During the last sixty years, the marine industry has been churning out increasing numbers of recreational and working craft, the majority being fibreglass (glass fibre reinforced polyester).
Posted: 20 July 2017