Boatbreakers Knowledge Base

At Boatbreakers, our mission is to keep the UK’s waterways clear of abandoned vessels by providing a professional alternative to the ‘rotting in a yard’ problem. This Knowledge Base serves as your guide to the world of boat scrapping and marine salvage.

Explore our resources to understand the environmental impact of fibreglass, the logistics of nationwide collection, and how our recycling process works. If you can’t find the answer to your specific question here, our team is always just a phone call away.

  • Why does it cost money to scrap my boat?

    Scrapping involves several unavoidable costs: safely removing the boat from the water (towing/craning), transporting it [...]

  • Where can I buy the salvaged parts?

    We list most available parts on our Boat Scrapyard website at bargain prices. Small items [...]

  • What types of payment do you accept/prefer?

    We accept Cash, Credit Card, Cheque, and Bank Transfer. We prefer Bank Transfers but are [...]

  • What happens to the fiberglass (GRP)?

    GRP is difficult to recycle. There are two main options for the material. Either the [...]

  • Is it cheaper if I remove the engine myself?

    No, usually not. If the engine is functional, leave it in. Our team will remove [...]

  • How much will you pay me to scrap my boat?

    Scrapping is usually a paid service, as removal costs are high. However, we occasionally make [...]

  • How much of my boat gets recycled?

    As much as possible! All fixtures, fittings, and working parts are stripped and listed for [...]

  • How long does it take to scrap a boat?

    The time depends heavily on external factors like tide, weather, and availability of heavy transport [...]

  • Do you take every type of boat?

    Yes, we handle all types of scrap vessels — Yachts, Motorboats, Narrowboats, Ribs, and more. [...]

  • Do you collect boats from the United States?

    No, we currently only operate in the UK and Europe.

  • Do you collect boats from all over the country?

    We collect across the UK and Europe. We have team members across the country that [...]

  • Do you buy project boats?

    Sometimes. But we can definitely help you sell them through our Lonely Boats site. We [...]