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Know where you can and cannot navigate: The new alarm zones and VHF zones are online. This keeps you even better informed about where you can and cannot navigate on larger bodies of water, such as the North Sea. Avoid annoying fines and unsafe situations; download the latest WinGPS 6 and DKW 1600+ now and use this new information when planning your route!


The new alarm zones and VHF zones are online. This keeps you even better informed about where you can and cannot navigate on larger bodies of water, such as the North Sea.

Avoid annoying fines and unsafe situations; download the latest WinGPS 6 and DKW 1600+ now and use this new information when planning your route!
DKW 1600+ North Sea Coast NL
Now with alarm zones!

Are you familiar with the DKW 1600+ yet? This clear digital nautical chart was specially developed for the Dutch North Sea coast and is ideal for voyages on:

  • the Westerschelde up to Antwerp and Ghent
  • the Rijnmond area
  • the North Sea coast of the Netherlands and Belgium
Thanks to the weekly BaZ updates and the familiar color scheme of the DKW 1800 series, this chart set seamlessly complements your other DKW charts.

New: Alarm zones
Anyone who has ever sailed on the North Sea knows how busy, varied, and demanding these waters can be. Take wind farms, for example: you are allowed to sail right through some, but at others, you risk an unwelcome visit from a patrol boat and a hefty fine.

To provide more clarity, we have added alert zones to the DKW 1600+ in collaboration with other professionals. At a glance, you can see which areas have restrictions, such as wind farms and nature, anchorage, and test areas. You can click on a number of zones for additional information.

If you do sail into a restricted area, WinGPS will warn you with an audible signal. This way, you have everything at hand to plan a safe route and complete your voyage worry-free.


Please note: These new alert zones can only be used in WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager, and Inland (2026 & newer). Check your WinGPS version now and upgrade if necessary.
 

   
New: VHF zones  

In WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager & Inland 2026 edition

Always have the right channel at hand: VHF zones are now available in WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager, and Inland, starting with the 2026 edition.

This allows you to see at a glance which VHF channel corresponds to that area. Clicking on it provides more information.

The VHF zones can be fully customized: they can be turned on or off per country, or made active but not visible on the chart. This keeps your chart view uncluttered while sailing.

At the top of WinGPS, next to your SOG and COG, you now also see the VHF zone of your current position. See the image below.

Installing WinGPS 6 - 2026
Have you not yet installed this latest update for your WinGPS 6 Pro, Voyager, or Inland 2026? Then don't wait any longer and sail safer than ever:

  • Have you already installed the 2026 edition? Download the latest update for free, for example via the News Center in your WinGPS or via the Stentec installer.
     
  • Do you have an upgrade or Premium Subscription, but haven't installed the 2026 edition yet? Download the 2026 edition now via the Stentec installer and you will have the latest version immediately.
     
  • Do you have WinGPS Navigator, and do you want to switch to the Pro, Voyager, or Inland? Upgrade via the button below and follow the installation instructions in the email.
     
  • Do you have an older WinGPS 5 or 6? Upgrade to the latest version via the button below and follow the installation instructions in the email.
Come and visit us on April 17 or 18 during the Boot Boulevard in picturesque Heeg and schedule your installation appointment now: