Savvy Navvy launches NMEA Connect – smarter boat navigation with real-time data

Integrate NMEA instruments with the Savvy Navvy app and get AIS visibility, optimal routes, and full control directly on your mobile.

Digitalization has transformed how we navigate at sea – and now Savvy Navvy, often called “Google Maps for boats”, takes the next big step. With the launch of NMEA Connect, it’s now possible to integrate NMEA-enabled instruments directly with the app, giving boat owners real-time data and enhanced AIS visibility.

What is NMEA Connect?

NMEA Connect is a new feature in the Savvy Navvy app that makes it easy to link your boat’s instruments to the app via Wi-Fi. By using gateways such as Actisense W2K-2 and WGX-1, you get wireless data communication without hassle – and all critical information gathered in one place.

Why is this important for boat owners?

With NMEA Connect, you gain access to critical vessel data directly in the app, including:

• Wind speed and direction
• Depth
• Engine RPM
• Speed through water (STW) and over ground (SOG)
• Heading and Course Over Ground (COG)

All of this is displayed alongside Savvy Navvy’s smart route planning, which provides optimal routes and dynamic ETAs based on real-time data. The result? Safer and smarter navigation.

Simple installation – maximum benefit

Getting started is easy:

1. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network as your NMEA gateway.
2. Enter IP address, port number, and protocol (TCP or UDP) in the app.
3. Done! The app prioritizes instrument data over GPS estimates for maximum accuracy.

For boats without NMEA-compatible plotters, Savvy Navvy now becomes a complete all-in-one display.

The partnership with Actisense

Actisense is a leading player in marine data communication and has developed gateways that make integration smooth. The products W2K-2 and WGX-1 offer plug-and-play installation and reliable performance – perfect for boat owners who want a simple and effective solution.

The future of smart boating

With over three million downloads worldwide, Savvy Navvy continues to set the standard for digital boat navigation. By combining NMEA technology with smart route planning, boat owners get everything they need in a single app – for safer, easier, and more enjoyable journeys.

👉 Want to know more? Visit https://savvy-navvy.com or https://actisense.com to discover how you can take your boat navigation to the next level.