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For decades, the final destination for most scrapped boats, particularly those made of fibreglass (GRP), was the landfill.

Why do people abandon their once loved boats? It's a question that Boatbreakers get asked all the time. And the truth is there's a number of reasons that can contribute.

Recycling fibreglass (Glass Reinforced Plastic or GRP) is more complex than recycling simple plastics or metals due to its composite nature – it's a blend of glass fibres and a polymer resin, which are chemically bonded. Separating these components efficiently while maintaining the quality of the recovered materials is a [...]

Boatbreakers, are a company specialising in the environmentally responsible dismantling and recycling of end-of-life boats, has officially become a member of the British Marine Federation (BMF). This significant step marks a new chapter for the organisation, solidifying its commitment to sustainability within the UK's thriving leisure marine industry. Commitment to [...]

Boatbreakers is a fascinating and increasingly important business in the UK, specialising in the dismantling and responsible disposal of end-of-life boats.

For almost 20 years Boatbreakers have been at the forefront of dealing with the problem of old boats.

We often get asked what is the most environmentally sustainable boat you can buy. In terms of which material the hull needs to be we would always say an aluminium boat.

At Boatbreakers we regularly deal with insurance companies to dispose of written off boats. But in the last few years we have noticed a rise in insurers giving damaged boats back to the owners.

Abandoned boats in the United Kingdom have become a growing concern in recent years. They pose both environmental and economic challenges.

Why should you scrap your boat? It's not something boat owners ever really have to think about. However those owners who have older boats or ones that they just can't sell certainly do.

Boatbreakers is business that plays a crucial role in the marine industry. Mainly by offering boat disposal and recycling services. With a primary focus on boat recycling and end-of-life vessel management.

Everywhere you look online you can find people trying to give boats away for free. But is there really such thing as a free boat?