# Hancock Marine Services Ltd

Hancock Marine Services Ltd is the UK's largest specialist cleaning and valeting company dedicated to the marine industry. Based in Axminster, they handle thousands of sails and marine canvas items annually through an extensive network of agents, many of whom are sailmakers themselves.

The company provides expert cleaning, valeting and re-proofing services for marine sails and high-specification canvas products. Their operation centres on meticulous care, with each item carefully labelled and weighed upon arrival to ensure complete tracking and prevent loss or mishandling. Their unique identification system using agent letters and serial numbers guarantees accountability throughout the process.

Beyond marine applications, Hancock Marine Services has expanded into specialist canvas cleaning for the events and leisure sector, recognising growing demand for professional cleaning of marquees, tents, bell tents, stretch tents and yurts. This expansion reflects their understanding that canvas structures require specialist care to prevent deterioration from environmental factors including salt, sand, moisture, mould and mildew.

What distinguishes them is their combination of scale, expertise and dedicated infrastructure. They operate state-of-the-art equipment, employ fully qualified teams, and offer collection and delivery services across the UK. They're not a general cleaning company—they're specialists who understand the unique demands of marine-grade fabrics and high-value canvas equipment. Their longevity in handling thousands of items yearly demonstrates proven reliability and technical competence that generalist cleaners simply cannot match.