Good news: the 2021 edition of the DKW The Netherlands is now available! We notice that many of you are already preparing for, among other things, the coming Easter weekend, to hopefully be able to get on the water with good weather. We have done our best to get the DKW The Netherlands done extra early, so that you can go on your journeys with the best nautical chart.
Good news: the 2021 edition of the DKW The Netherlands is now available! We notice that many of you are already preparing for, among other things, the coming Easter weekend, to hopefully be able to get on the water with good weather. We have done our best to get the DKW The Netherlands done extra early, so that you can go on your journeys with the best nautical chart.

All inland waterways are included; from the Zeeland waters to the rivers in Limburg and the canoe ditches in Friesland (even from 0.6 meters deep). In combination with the full versions of WinGPS 5 and WinGPS Marine, the DKW The Netherlands is ideal for route planning using the extensive waterway network.
 
   

New in 2021

  • The legend has been expanded. Boundaries of restricted areas, such as nature reserves or anchorages, are now explained. These explanations are now also available in German and French for users of WinGPS with those language setting.
  • Fairway numbers are now no longer labelled in the chart itself, but as a waypoint, so that they do not rotate with the chart and you can disable them in waypoint group management.
  • The database with marinas has been updated: telephone numbers and websites have been added or changed where necessary.
  • In Friesland the new Marrekrite buoys have been added and the most recent depth data has been processed into the chart.
  • The artificial islands in the Sneekermeer, east of the Potten, are now also on the chart.
  • A new shortcut has been constructed at Schateiland in Almere.
  • The coastal development of the IJsselmeer and the Randmeren will continue; the most recent situation at IJburg, Blaricum, Harderwijk, the Markerwadden, the Enkhuizerzand and the Reevediep is now on the chart.

Discount

When you have the 2020 edition of the DKW The Netherlands, we offer a special upgrade price. Choose '2020 edition' in our shop at 'upgrade from' and follow the steps. Do you have a Service Card 2021? Then you will receive an additional € 10 discount on the chart making the upgrade cost only € 79.90!
 
   

WinGPS 5 or WinGPS Marine

All DKW chart sets can be used in WinGPS 5 for Windows and WinGPS Marine for Android and iPhone and iPad. Would you like more information or advice? We are happy to help you choose the most suitable WinGPS version and charts.
 

Need help installing?

The DKW The Netherlands 2021 is available in our online shop, our store in Heeg and through our dealers.

Our shop is still open by appointment only, for your and our safety. In the store we can install the latest editions of the charts and software on your laptop. To ensure your safety, we ensure that there are no other customers during your visit, our advisor keeps a minimum distance of 1.5 meters and we keep our shop and our hands clean.

Would you rather not visit? You can of course also send us your laptop / tablet or we can log in to your computer remotely with Teamviewer, so that we can still install all software properly.

Did you know that we also have handy installation tips? You can find it on our website.
It's already halfway March and spring is just around the corner. We notice that everyone is eager to get out again, onto the water. We are happy to help you prepare your navigation solution onboard.
It's already halfway March and spring is just around the corner. We notice that everyone is eager to get out again, onto the water. We are happy to help you prepare your navigation solution onboard.
 
In this newsletter we inform you of the latest news, such as the new WinGPS 5 2021, WinGPS Inland, new chart releases and that our store is now open by appointment.

WinGPS 5 2021  NEW

The new 2021 edition of WinGPS 5 is now available! Prepare yourself for the coming sailing season with the latest changes to the waterway network, bridges & locks and the new functions in WinGPS 5.

Do you have the WinGPS Service Card 2021? Then you can download WinGPS 5 for free. You have received an e-mail about this last week.
 
If you do not have a Service Card 2021, you can easily upgrade WinGPS 5 to the 2021 edition for € 80 via our online shop.

WinGPS Inland 2021  NEW

With the new 2021 edition of WinGPS Inland for professional skippers and pleasure crafts with AIS Class-A of INLAND-AIS, you can create a fully professional navigation solution on board.

With WinGPS Inland you can, among other things, easily program your AIS, report electronically using BICS, view current bridge and lock statuses using BLIS and view current bIENC from our cooperation partner CoVadem.

You will soon receive an extensive news letter from us with more information about the latest features of WinGPS Inland.

    

Store open by appointment

Our store in Heeg is opened by appointment again! You are very welcome to purchase our digital charts, navigation software or hardware. We would like to hear when you would like to come by, so that we can safely and professionally help you with the preparation of your navigation solution.
 
We will of course also remain available by e-mail and telephone (9:00 am to 5:00 pm).

DKW 1803 Westerschelde  NEW

The Westerschelde is a dynamic tidal area with constantly changing depths. The last depth measurements have been processed on the DKW 1803. The lock at Terneuzen is currently under construction; the chart shows the situation as of the last update. In addition, the wakeboarding area at Cadzand has been relocated and the fairway’s have been changed at Baarland and De Spijkerplaat.
 
If you already own the DKW 1803 Westerschelde 2021 edition, possibly as part of the DKW 1800 series Complete or South, you can download this update for free in WinGPS.

    

2021 editions NV Verlag charts Baltic Sea

Good news for water sports enthusiasts who also sail on the open waters outside the Netherlands. The NV Verlag charts of the Baltic are now available as a 2021 edition, with most charts supplied both on paper and digitally.
 
For trips to the Baltic Sea we recommend the DKW 1800 series and the DKW German Bight in combination with the NV charts of this area. The DKW charts are both updated weekly, connect seamlessly with each other and then transfer to Series 1 of NV Verlag.

    
The 2021 edition of WinGPS 5 is now available. If you are in possession of the Service Card 2021, you can now download the latest version of WinGPS 5 in your download overview.<br><br>If you do not have a Service Card 2021, you can upgrade your WinGPS 5 to the 2021 edition via our webshop.
The 2021 edition of WinGPS 5 is now available. If you are in possession of the Service Card 2021, you can now download the latest version of WinGPS 5 in your download overview.

If you do not have a Service Card 2021, you can upgrade your WinGPS 5 to the 2021 edition via our webshop.

WinGPS 5 is for navigation on a Windows laptop or PC. If you want to navigate on an Android or iOS device, you can use WinGPS Marine for Android or WinGPS Marine for iOS.

Installation WinGPS 5 2021

You can easily download and install the 2021 edition of WinGPS via the Stentec Software Installer. Your current version of WinGPS 5 will then be overwritten and all your settings will be saved:
  1. Open the Stentec Software Installer on your computer.
    Don't have the Stentec Software Installer yet? Download the program via this link.
  2. Open the Stentec Software Installer and choose the second option: Install software and charts from the internet and click on 'Next'.
  3. You now need to log in with your Stentec account. Forgot your password? Click here to request a new password.
  4. You will now see an overview of all software and digital navigation charts that you have purchased. Check the box for WinGPS 5 (Navigator, Pro or Voyager) 2021 and click on 'Next'.
  5. In the next screen, click on 'Next' again to start the download and installation of WinGPS 5. You will be notified when the installation is complete.
WinGPS 5 2021 is now installed, activated and ready for use.
All your products, license numbers and activations can be found in your Stentec-account.
If you have any questions regarding your order, contact stentec@stentec.com. For questions regarding installation or use of our software, contact our helpdesk via helpdesk@stentec.com
The 2021 edition of the DKW 1800 series is now available, so you can sail in 2021 with up-to-date charts and enjoy the natural beauty that The Netherlands has to offer.
Stentec Navigation

The 2021 edition of the DKW 1800 series is now available, so you can sail in 2021 with up-to-date charts and enjoy the natural beauty that The Netherlands has to offer.
Order the DKW 1800 series 2021 now
Weekly BaZ updates are back
The Notices to Mariners (BaZ updates) were temporarily published every two weeks by the Hydrographic Service. Weekly BaZ updates are available again since 1 January 2021. You can download the update every Friday in WinGPS.

These updates include the changes in buoyage, depths and notes on the charts, but also if a new chart is issued, it will be made available to you via the BaZ update. New charts are expected for the DKW 1803 Westerschelde and DKW 1810 IJsselmeer & Markermeer at the end of this month. An up-to-date overview of the BaZ updates can be found on our Twitter and website.
Update to the 2021 edition
Do you already own the DKW 1800 series 2021 license? Then download the new edition for free in WinGPS 5 and in the WinGPS Marine series for Android and iOS. When starting up the program, if you have an internet connection, WinGPS checks for updates and you can download them immediately.

Do you have DKW 1800 series 2020 charts? Then your charts will no longer be updated and the BaZ update from week 1 will have been the last. Should you wish to upgrade from the DKW 1800 series 2020 to the 2021 edition, you can get an upgrade for a discount.

Upgrade now

Are you sailing on outdated charts from 2019 or older? Then we recommend you to purchase the DKW1800 series 2021 so that you are provided with all updates all year round and can sail safely.

Order now
WinGPS for Windows, Android and iOS.

The DKW 1800 series can be used in WinGPS, our navigation program. WinGPS is available for Windows as well as Android and iOS. Navigation is now possible on your laptop, on-board PC, smartphone, tablet, iPhone and iPad! Ideal for creating a backup system, so that you always have access to your navigation on board.

Service Card
Do you have a Service Card 2021? Then you automatically receive a discount on the DKW 1800 series Complete, both for the upgrade and a new purchase.

Don't have a Service Card 2021 yet? Purchase it now and receive a direct discount on your DKW 1800-series Complete (in a new order). With the Service Card you will also receive the new 2021 edition of your WinGPS 5 (expected in February) and all associated updates.


   
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I will certainly not be the only one who will not soon forget 2020. From a busy start of the year and a good Boot Holland we suddenly went to a completely different situation in which we only had the store open by appointment.

I will certainly not be the only one who will not soon forget 2020. From a busy start of the year and a good Boot Holland we suddenly went to a completely different situation in which we only had the store open by appointment.

What stuck with me most from the beginning is the uncertainty. So many questions, both business and private. Not only did we have to change the entire organization so that we could work from home, there was also a lot of uncertainty about what was and was not allowed on the water. Some marinas were closed, some countries were not accessible and many more aspects were not always clear.

Fortunately, it soon became apparent that sailing was allowed. The Dutch waters turned out to be busier than ever and boat rental also increased enormously. I am very grateful for all the sweet questions you have asked us; whether it was about our personal health or the company, it is all very much appreciated. Because when I look around me, it is by no means obvious that things are going well. Fortunately, I can tell you that we will continue to develop our WinGPS software very hard in 2021. With the release of our app for iOS, we are counting on a whole new batch of Stentec customers and in the meantime we are continuing to develop the new versions of the WinGPS 5 series, WinGPS Marine for Android and of course WinGPS Inland. We intend to provide you with innovative navigation solutions for many years to come.

In this way I would like to thank you all very much for the pleasant cooperation and your confidence in our products. I wish you a healthy 2021 in which you can hopefully enjoy your boat and each other.

On behalf of the Stentec team,

Sime Baricevic

What was new in 2020?

WinGPS Marine Plus

In addition to the free WinGPS Marine app for iOS, Stentec has released the more extensive version WinGPS Marine Plus this year. This app contains premium features and is developed for iPhone and iPad.

With WinGPS Marine Plus for iOS it is possible to connect your AIS device wirelessly. This will show you the AIS targets on the chart. It is also possible to plot and follow (simple) routes and to keep track of your routes. For inland waterways you can put the app in course-up mode.

We will continue to develop the WinGPS Marine Plus app in the coming period.

 
These offers are valid until December 31, 2020.

WinGPS Marine Plus

Ideal for navigation on board your sloop, sailing yacht, motor vessel or canoe. Plot routes, connect your AIS and always see your position, speed and course.

Available for iPhone and iPad.
 
 

Sail Simulator 5 Deluxe

An ideal sailing gift. This affordable download version of Sail Simulator 5.2 with Boatset 1 is recommended for both novice and advanced sailors. This gives you no less than 17 boats and 5 beautiful sailing areas.
 
 

Service Card 2021

This year too, with the Service Card you are assured of the latest version of WinGPS 5 and you will benefit from all kinds of exclusive benefits.
 

Opening hours during the holidays
We cannot be reached by phone from 25 December to 3 January. E-mails to our helpdesk will be read during this period and orders via our webshop will be sent like usual.

Our store in Heeg
Due to the guidelines of the RIVM regarding the Coronavirus, our store in Heeg is closed (until further notice from the government). We hope to see you again soon and to prepare your navigation system for beautiful journeys.