José Ballester

Founder and production director at Xouva Boats

I am a naval engineer with extensive experience in the production departments of national shipyards such as Zamakona and Metalships, where, for over 8 years, I directed and supervised the construction and commissioning of new builds as well as ship repair projects. In 2018, I founded XOUVA, a brand dedicated to 100% electric small recreational boats, becoming the first company in Spain exclusively focused on the design and construction of this type of vessel. Since then, I have combined various projects in the naval sector with my role as Production Director at Xouva. Over these years, Xouva has brought more than a dozen boats to market, and close contact with our clients has introduced me to the nautical tourism sector. Through Xouva, we actively contribute to promoting sustainable, decarbonized, de-seasonalized, and fully accessible tourism.