How to Use the Datalastic Maritime MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How does my team use the Datalastic Maritime tools with VS Code Copilot?

After you add the MCP server config to .vscode/mcp.json and commit it, anyone on the team can switch Copilot Chat to Agent mode. Then they can just ask it to use tools like getvesselstatus in their prompts.

Q: Can we get a ship's technical details using Datalastic Maritime in VS Code Copilot?

Yes. Instruct the agent to use the getvesselprospecs tool with a vessel's name or ID. Copilot will return detailed specifications like tonnage, dimensions, and ownership, right in the chat panel.

Q: Is it possible to search for ports in a specific country with Datalastic Maritime and VS Code Copilot?

Absolutely. You can ask Copilot's agent to searchportsbycountry and provide the country name. It will return a list of matching ports, which you can then inspect further with getportdetails.

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A shared maritime context for your team

This MCP server connects Copilot to live maritime intelligence. The real power comes from shared configuration. Commit the server details to your project's `.vscode/mcp.json` file, and every developer on your team instantly gets the same tools. Now anyone can ask Copilot's agent to `search_maritime_vessels` by name or pull a ship's complete voyage with `get_vessel_history`. It standardizes access to critical data and eliminates one-off setups, keeping your whole team in sync.

Prototype APIs with real data

Stop writing code against outdated API docs or mock objects. With this server, your team can ask the agent to call `get_port_details` or `get_vessel_status` and see the exact JSON response. It removes all the guesswork. This workflow ensures that when a developer writes an integration, it's based on the actual data structure. The agent can even generate the corresponding types or classes for you, directly in the editor. It's a faster, more reliable way to build.

Run quick lookups without leaving VS Code

Sometimes you just need a quick answer while you're coding. Is a ship in the right area? What are the coordinates for the Port of Singapore? Instead of switching contexts to a browser or another application, just ask Copilot. Using Agent mode, you can ask a direct question like, 'Copilot, `find_vessels_in_radius` of these coordinates.' The agent uses the tool and gives you the answer right there. This MCP server makes your editor a single, powerful interface for both coding and data queries.

Setup guide

Set up Datalastic Maritime MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Datalastic Maritime MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Datalastic Maritime tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Datalastic Maritime transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "datalastic-maritime-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Datalastic Maritime MCP in VS Code Copilot

After you add the MCP server config to `.vscode/mcp.json` and commit it, anyone on the team can switch Copilot Chat to Agent mode. Then they can just ask it to use tools like `get_vessel_status` in their prompts.

Yes. Instruct the agent to use the `get_vessel_pro_specs` tool with a vessel's name or ID. Copilot will return detailed specifications like tonnage, dimensions, and ownership, right in the chat panel.

Absolutely. You can ask Copilot's agent to `search_ports_by_country` and provide the country name. It will return a list of matching ports, which you can then inspect further with `get_port_details`.

Yes. VS Code Copilot and its MCP integration are designed for enterprise environments. The server configuration is managed via a file in your repository, fitting perfectly into existing Git-based workflows and security policies.

The server processes non-sensitive query data such as vessel identifiers and port names. Vinkius hosts the server in a SOC 2 compliant environment with ephemeral, per-request sandboxing, ensuring the connection is secure and aligns with enterprise security standards.

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