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Wrecks in the Bay of Pollenca: Municipality pays – but who bears responsibility?

Abandoned Boats in Pollenca Bay: Why They Keep Becoming a Problem

Ownership is often unclear in the Bay of Pollenca, which can leave abandoned boats in place and delay cleanup.

Published: April 22, 2026
Wrecks in the Bay of Pollenca: Municipality pays – but who bears responsibility?

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Why are there abandoned boats in the Bay of Pollenca?

Abandoned or half-sunken boats can remain in the Bay of Pollenca when ownership is unclear, registration is incomplete, or insurers only cover certain types of damage. That leaves local authorities dealing with the immediate problem while the legal responsibility is sorted out. In the meantime, the wrecks can keep leaking fuel, damaging the shoreline, and affecting the look and use of the bay.

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