Wavegarden

Wavegarden, a privately held engineering company headquartered in the Basque Country of Spain, specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of electromechanical wave-generation systems for surfing lagoons. Founded in 2005, the company is the creation of civil engineer Josema Odriozola and sports economist Karin Frisch, both passionate surfers who sought to create authentic and high-quality surfing waves in any location. Their combined expertise in engineering and business, fueled by their love for the sport, drove the development of their proprietary technology after years of intensive research and development.

The company's primary business involves selling its 'Wavegarden Cove' technology to project developers, resort operators, and real estate investors worldwide. This business-to-business model focuses on providing the core wave-generating machinery and lagoon design, which then becomes the centerpiece of larger recreational or mixed-use developments. Revenue is generated through the sale and installation of these systems, with a single project representing a multi-million dollar investment. Wavegarden also offers comprehensive services including site selection, master planning, and operational support to ensure the commercial success of its client's venues.

The Wavegarden Cove product is a modular system capable of producing a wide variety of waves, from gentle rollers for beginners to powerful, barreling waves for professional surfers. It can generate up to 1,000 waves per hour, accommodating a large number of surfers simultaneously and maximizing the operator's revenue potential. Key features include its energy efficiency and the ability to customize the wave shape and size with precision, offering a consistent and reliable surfing experience that is not dependent on natural ocean conditions. This technology has been successfully deployed in numerous public surf parks across the globe, including locations in Brazil, South Korea, Switzerland, Australia, and the United Kingdom, solidifying the company's position in the man-made wave park market. Keywords: wave technology, surf parks, wave generation, leisure engineering, real estate development, surfing lagoons, recreational infrastructure, sports technology, electromechanical systems, destination development