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Tides 2026, WinGPS updates and DKW 1600+. As the year draws to a close, we would like to share our latest news with you. In this mailing we inform you about the WinGPS 2026 edition, the new tidal patch, and of course our new DKW 1600+ for the Dutch and Belgian North Sea coast.


As the year draws to a close, we would like to share our latest news with you. In this mailing we inform you about the WinGPS 2026 edition, the new tidal patch, and of course our new DKW 1600+ for the Dutch and Belgian North Sea coast.

In addition, the WinGPS Inland 2026 edition is now available. Below we explain how you can update your software.
NEW - DKW 1600+ North Sea Coast
Netherlands & Belgium

The new DKW 1600+ digital chart is now available and is ideal for navigating along the Dutch and Belgian coast.
This comprehensive chart combines Hydrographic Chart 1600 with additional chart sheets into one clear and complete package: from Rottumerplaat to Dunkirk, including the Western Scheldt, Ghent & Antwerp, and the Rijnmond area.
  • Always up to date with weekly BaZ (NtM)
     
  • A familiar chart presentation, seamlessly compatible with the DKW 1800 series and DKW UK1 English East Coast.
     
  • Smart alarm zones for wind farms and restricted areas will become available in the course of WinGPS 6-2026.
     
  • An ideal replacement for charts 1801, 1803 and 1809.

 

     
Also available as a value bundle with the DKW 1800 Series Complete.
Tides and Currents 2026

The Dutch tides for 2026 are now available. This allows you to start planning routes along the Dutch coast for the entire year 2026 right away.
 

Do you use the WinGPS Marine Plus subscription on Android? Then the app will be updated automatically.

Do you use WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager or Inland 2025 edition? You can simply update WinGPS via the News Center, after which the new tidal information will be immediately available in your WinGPS.

Do you use WinGPS 5 or WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager or Inland 2024 edition or older? In that case, you can upgrade to the 2026 edition, or purchase a separate tidal patch.

   
Of course, the new Dutch tides are also included in the WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager and Inland 2026 editions.
WinGPS 6 Inland - 2026 edition now available!

Our WinGPS version specifically developed for inland shipping and vessels over 20 metres is now available as the 2026 edition.

Below you can read what is new and what is coming in the 2026 edition.

Have you already ordered the 2026 edition? You can now download it via the Stentec Installer.

If not, you can upgrade your WinGPS Inland to the 2026 edition by purchasing a separate Inland upgrade, or by choosing the Inland Update Service.
WinGPS 6 - 2026-edition

The WinGPS 6 - 2026 edition once again makes major steps forward in safe, comfortable and future-oriented navigation. The Navigator, Pro and Voyager editions are expected in early 2026.
WinGPS Inland 2026 is already available, as mentioned above.

What can you expect in the 2026 edition:

  • Always up-to-date waterways
    A fully updated routing network covering almost all waterways, VHF channels, bridges and locks.
     
  • Even smarter navigation with Routing Network 2.0
    A more accurate and more frequently updated network, developed as the foundation for future features such as TrackPilot.
     
  • Increased safety through smart alarms
    New bridge collision alarms and support for chart zones with notifications and warnings, including the zones from the new DKW 1600+.
     
  • TrackPilot: prepared for semi-autonomous navigation
    With a new expansion module, WinGPS will be able to support autopilot integration in the future. Thanks to the built-in simulator, this can be practised safely.
     
  • WinGPS 6 Voyager improvements based on real-world experience
    Through testing during, among others, the 24-Hour Sailing Race and the Voyager Masterclass, WinGPS 6 Voyager is being further refined, including a more practical start-up procedure.
     
  • Improved support for IENC charts
    More options for route planning, bearings and safe navigation, also for deep-draught vessels and cruising yachts.
     
  • Prepared for modern GNSS receivers
    Support for faster and more accurate positioning, resulting in a calmer and smoother chart display.


In short: WinGPS 6 - 2026 is being developed with a clear focus on safety, reliability and the navigation of tomorrow. 
 

   

Regardless of how old your WinGPS 5 or 6 version is, you can upgrade directly to the 2026 edition. This can be done by purchasing an upgrade, or by choosing a Premium Subscription. This also gives you immediate access to exclusive discounts and premium service, such as access to our Helpdesk WhatsApp and call-back service.
Holiday opening hours

During December and January, our telephone support is available from 11:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday.

Would you like to visit our shop? Please make an appointment in advance, so we can ensure the right staff member is available to assist you.

🎄From 24 December through 2 January, we are closed.🎄
Orders and helpdesk requests will still be processed. However, shipping times and response times may be slightly longer than you are used to.
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Ready for your next voyage: Upgrades, new editions and exclusive benefits for 2026. The DKW charts for 2026 are now available! Discover our brand-new DKW 1600+ North Sea Coast Netherlands and the latest editions of popular charts such as the DKW 1800 Series and the DKW Netherlands Inland Chart. Below, you can read more about the DKW 1600+.


The DKW charts for 2026 are now available! Discover our brand-new DKW 1600+ North Sea Coast Netherlands and the latest editions of popular charts such as the DKW 1800 Series and the DKW Netherlands Inland Chart. Below, you can read more about the DKW 1600+.

The waterways change, your charts change with them
Ready to start the new boating season safely and up to date? View the new charts and choose your sailing area.

Why renew now?


• Always up to date::
Sail, plan and practice now and throughout the winter with up-to-date charts.

• First access::
Receive the 2026 editions as soon as they become available.

• Weekly NtM updates:
Included with the DKW 1600+, the DKW 1800 Series and the DKW German Bight.

Save on your 2026 upgrade


Do you have the 2025 DKW charts? Upgrade now at a reduced price to the 2026 edition!

In the shop, select “Upgrade from:” for the chart you own. Once you are logged in, your licence will be recognised automatically and you can place your order right away.
 

Complete your navigation setup for 2026 and order now:
 DKW 1800 series
 
DKW 1600+ North Sea coast the Netherlands
DKW Inland charts
 
DKW International 
All DKW charts work in WinGPS for Windows, Android and iOS. Although some charts are still based on 2025 data, the regular updates throughout 2026 ensure that your charts remain automatically up to date until 2027.

NEW: DKW 1600+ North Sea Coast Netherlands and Belgium

With our new DKW 1600+, you can navigate the Dutch and Belgian coastline using a clear and up-to-date digital chart, including the familiar weekly NtM updates that are automatically installed in WinGPS.

The chart is based on the Hydrographic Chart 1600 and expanded with additional chart sheets. This gives you one comprehensive package covering the most important coastal and North Sea sailing areas of the Netherlands and Belgium.

Coverage:
This new digital chart covers the North Sea coast from Rottumerplaat to Dunkirk, with extended North Sea coverage, and also includes charts of the Westerschelde up to Ghent and Antwerp, as well as the entire Rijnmond area.

Smart alarm zones for the North Sea will be added soon, providing automatic warnings for wind farms and other restricted areas. These alert zones are only available in WinGPS 6-2026.
 

   

Extra discount with and on the Premium Subscription 2026

Order your Premium or Service Subscription before 31 December and receive a €30 discount, plus additional benefits such as:

  • €10 discount on 2026 upgrades*.
  • €20 discount on new DKW charts*.
     
  • Includes WinGPS 6 2026: With the Premium Subscription, you will receive the newest WinGPS 6 edition as soon as it becomes available and benefit from all advantages of the Service Subscription.
How does it work?
First, order the Premium or Service Subscription.

After that, you can place a new order for your charts.

The discount will be applied automatically.
*This discount applies only to the 100% Stentec DKW chart sets. Individual charts from the 1800 Series, N.V. Verlag, Delius Klasing and Imray are not included. Please see the subscriptions page for more information.
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As a loyal WinGPS user, you know better than anyone the benefits of reliable and up-to-date navigation software. That is why we invite you to inspire your fellow skippers to discover WinGPS 6 as well. If one of them purchases a new WinGPS 6 before December 20, 2025, you will receive a €50 discount voucher for Stentec products* as a thank-you. Become our ambassador on the water and enjoy a rewarding benefit yourself.

Fellow skippers help each other, and that deserves a reward!

As a loyal WinGPS user, you know better than anyone the benefits of reliable and up-to-date navigation software. That is why we invite you to inspire your fellow skippers to discover WinGPS 6 as well.
If one of them purchases a new WinGPS 6 before December 20, 2025, you will receive a €50 discount voucher for Stentec products* as a thank-you. Become our ambassador on the water and enjoy a rewarding benefit yourself.
How it works 

  1. Your fellow skipper orders a new WinGPS 6 navigation program for Windows in our online shop.

  2. During checkout, they enter the 10% welcome discount using the code:
    WELKOM10

  3. In the comments field, they mention your name and the email address of your Stentec account.

  4. Once the order is completed, you will receive a personal €50 discount voucher by email.
    This voucher can be used for 100% Stentec products*.
Why participate? Navigating smarter together

  • You help others navigate safely and comfortably with WinGPS

  • You receive a nice discount as a thank-you

  • Your fellow skipper immediately benefits from a 10% welcome discount
Together, we keep sailing with confidence and great value.
So don’t wait any longer and share this email with your fellow skippers who don’t yet have WinGPS 6!
WinGPS 6 Trial Version

Discover the convenience of WinGPS 6! Request a free trial now and experience while sailing how WinGPS makes your trip safer and more efficient.

A safe journey starts with up-to-date navigation on board.
Do you have WinGPS 5 or 6 for Windows? Update now at a special rate: until the end of November, you will receive a €30 discount on the Premium Subscription!

With the Premium Subscription, you will not only receive the latest WinGPS edition and updates but also enjoy attractive discounts and premium helpdesk support.

 
* Terms and conditions: This referral campaign runs until December 20, 2025. You can only refer someone if you own WinGPS 6 Navigator, Pro, Voyager, or Inland yourself. The €50 discount voucher can be used for 100% Stentec products: WinGPS 6 upgrades, DKW 1800 series, DKW inland charts of Europe, DKW UK1 English and Scottish East Coast, DKW German Bight, and DKW German Baltic Coast. The discount voucher will be sent to you by email during office hours.
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Incl. WinGPS 6-2026, Premium Helpdesk Service and exclusive discounts. Up-to-date navigation software makes the difference between confidence and unexpected situations along the way. Choose the Premium Subscription and keep sailing with confidence and ease, supported by our helpdesk and the latest features of WinGPS navigation for Windows, making navigation even simpler and safer.

Up-to-date navigation software makes the difference between confidence and unexpected situations along the way.
Choose the Premium Subscription and keep sailing with confidence and ease, supported by our helpdesk and the latest features of WinGPS navigation for Windows, making navigation even simpler and safer.
✓ Upgrade to WinGPS 6 - 2026
From your WinGPS 5 or 6 (worth €99,-).

✓ The new NL tidal data - 2026
Currents and tides data for WinGPS Pro and Voyager (worth €19,90).

✓ WinGPS 6 updates in 2026
Such as new features and updates to the waterway network, bridges and locks.
 
Upgrade now: € 99,-
✓ All the benefits of the WinGPS upgrade
 
✓ Free IENC Update Service NL
During 2026 (worth € 39,90).
✓ Extra discount and promotions
Such as discounts on new DKW charts*, workshops, and at boat shows.
✓ Free helpdesk service: 
Instead of €20 per quarter hour, with access to our callback service and WhatsApp support.
Order now: €120,-

€ 30,- discount until December 1st!

To thank you for your trust in Stentec, we’re offering a special €30 discount on the Premium Subscription until November 30th, 2025!

Automatic renewal

Auto-renewing Premium Subscription

Many of you have indicated that you would like to use the option to automatically renew the subscription annually. We aare pleased to announce that this is now possible!

Choose Premium Subscription - continuous in our online shop.

If you do this before December 1, 2025, you will keep the current €30 discount and you will also pay only €120 per year for your Premium Subscription in the coming years.
Preview of WinGPS 6 - 2026 
Expected in spring 2026

In the new edition of WinGPS 6, the route planner will be further improved. In addition, the first test versions with TrackPilot are currently being developed, and a new bridge collision alarm will be introduced.
This discount only applies to the 100% Stentec DKW chart sets. Individual charts from the 1800 series, N.V. Verlag, Delius Klasing, and Imray are not included. For more information, please visit the subscriptions page.
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Read the stories of enthusiastic WinGPS users and claim your free flag. Would you also like a free WinGPS flag? Show that you're part of the WinGPS community! Visit our store in Heeg to pick up a free WinGPS flag.

WinGPS has grown thanks to you, our loyal users! Your enthusiasm and feedback help us continuously improve WinGPS. We're hearing more and more from people who would like to be more connected to other WinGPS users. That's why the WinGPS flags are back!

Would you also like a free WinGPS flag? Show that you're part of the WinGPS community!
Visit our store in Heeg to pick up a free WinGPS flag.

Would you like it mailed to you? The flag itself is free; you only pay a small fee for shipping.

 
The WinGPS flag is a boat flag measuring 30 x 45 cm.

Enthusiastic WinGPS users!

Our users bring WinGPS to life. From competitive sailors to families on the water, everyone has their own story. Here are a few great examples:
Teddy Heijnen of BOOTLEVEN lives with her family aboard a motor yacht and shares her experiences online. She's an avid WinGPS user, and the BICS function is especially helpful.

She offered to share her experience and enthusiasm through her website and social media to inspire other skippers.

Click the button below to read the article [Dutch only]:
 
The Sea Cadet Corps Alkmaar sails with WinGPS 6 Inland on the mothership Bulgia.
During the year, the cadets learn electronic navigation and thus develop valuable maritime skills.
During Sail Amsterdam 2025 they were of course also present and one of our team was allowed to sail along!
It was impressive to see how they navigated through that enormous crowd, using WinGPS.
The Lemsteraak Vermaak - ZA1 de Jager has been sailing with WinGPS Voyager for over 20 years and regularly wins races! The navigator is also a beta tester, providing valuable feedback, allowing Voyager to excel in specialized racing features. To celebrate this partnership, an exclusive WinGPS stay flag now flies aboard the ZA1.
Did you spot it at Sail Amsterdam? Send the photo to TeamZA1. They might have a surprise for the best entry! Click here to read more.
The sailing yacht Xchange NED 7604 competes in its races using WinGPS 6 Voyager. Have you spotted the WinGPS flag in Scheveningen?
The beautiful classic saloon boat Clasina in Heeg naturally also sails with WinGPS Inland on board. Ideal in combination with AIS and the DKW Vaarkaart Nederland.
We frequently share photos and posts about "WinGPS in practice" on our social media channels, and we occasionally share instructional videos on YouTube.

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