Leavesley International was announced by the DSA earlier this month as the preferred bidder for the disposal of HMS Intrepid. Negotiations will now take place with Leavesley with the aim of awarding a contract in the spring.

HMS intrepid has a long and distinguished history and saw active service during the Falklands War 25 years ago. Built in 1960 and originally designated L11 landing Platform Dock, the vessel subsequently became the Dartmouth Training Ship, on which many thousands of Officers and Ratings have served.

Leavesley International proposes to recycle the ship in a strictly controlled and managed environment, maintaining the highest safety, health and environmental standards. Stuart Halsey, the company’s project leader said, ‘The recycling of ships is an inherently sustainable activity where over 95% of the ship’s material can be recycled. HMS Intrepid is a typical example and Leavesley International will ensure that every effort will be made to recycle or reuse everything that is not genuine waste.’ MJ Information No:22723