Bringing BoatPortugal.com to Life – A New Chapter for Boatshed in Portugal

At Boatshed, we've spent over 25 years developing technology, processes, and relationships that have transformed the way boats are bought and sold globally. From our early days using a laptop in a boatyard to now operating one of the world’s leading online yacht brokerages, our focus has always been on innovation, transparency, and building community in the marine sector.

Now, we’re proud to introduce the next chapter: BoatPortugal.com.

What is BoatPortugal.com?
BoatPortugal.com is a new, dedicated business designed to bring Boatshed’s proven tools and philosophy to the Portuguese marine sector. It’s more than just a brokerage platform — it’s a technology-focused, collaborative initiative that connects boat sales, marinas, marine suppliers, and tourism operators into a single, seamless ecosystem.

By combining local insight with Boatshed’s tested global systems, BoatPortugal.com aims to support sustainable growth, improve customer experience, and open up exciting new possibilities for marine businesses and boaters across Portugal.

A New Business Built for Portugal
While BoatPortugal.com is powered by the experience and infrastructure of Boatshed, it is also a new, standalone business entity tailored specifically to the opportunities in Portugal. This includes:

Launching our proven digital tools (including CRM systems, virtual boat viewings, customer tracking, and pre-sale assessments).

Partnering with local marinas and service providers, such as Sopramar and Lagos Marina, to offer high-quality, collaborative services.

Piloting new initiatives, including a flexible dry sail storage system and BoatRecycle.com — a Boatshed-developed programme for end-of-life boats and sustainable disposal.

Working with BUL Incubator
To support this journey, we’re excited to be working closely with BUL Incubator, one of Portugal’s recognised startup incubators. Their backing is instrumental in helping us develop BoatPortugal.com as a new business for the country — not just a platform, but a genuine innovation in how marine services can work together to serve both local and international communities.

Looking Ahead
BoatPortugal.com is still in its early stages, but the foundations are strong: a robust platform, experienced leadership, and meaningful local partnerships. Our aim is to grow it steadily, in harmony with Portugal’s thriving boating scene and its commitment to sustainable tourism and marine innovation.

If you’re a marina, broker, supplier, or simply someone passionate about boating in Portugal, we’d love to hear from you. BoatPortugal.com is being built to serve the whole community, and this is just the beginning.

For more information or to get involved, feel free to contact us at:neil@boatshed.com