How to Use the Flexport MCP in Claude Code

Claude Code brings your logistics data into the terminal. Run headless automation for your freight pipelines with this MCP Server.

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Create your Vinkius account to connect Flexport to Claude Code and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Automate freight tracking in Claude Code pipelines

Integrate real-time shipment status into your CLI workflows. Use `list_shipments` to pull current transit data and pipe the output directly into your monitoring scripts. This server runs headlessly in your container or CI/CD environment. It provides the exact data you need for automated reporting without requiring a GUI.

Manage logistics documentation with Claude Code

Use `list_documents` and `get_document` to manage your paperwork via command line. It is built for backend engineers who need to move files between systems without human intervention. The server returns structured metadata that you can parse with standard shell tools. It fits perfectly into your existing cron jobs for document reconciliation.

Handle purchase orders via Claude Code

Create and verify purchase orders using the terminal. The `create_purchase_order` tool allows for programmatic procurement that you can trigger from any script. It returns the order status immediately. You can pipe this into your logging system to ensure every PO is tracked from creation to fulfillment.

Setup guide

Set up Flexport MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see flexport-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Flexport transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Flexport tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http flexport-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Flexport MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "flexport-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Flexport MCP in Claude Code

Run the command 'claude mcp add' in your terminal with the required transport flags. It registers the server locally for all your future sessions.

Yes. The server supports stdio and http transports, making it compatible with headless environments like Docker or GitHub Actions.

Use the 'claude mcp list' command to verify the server is active. It shows the status of all 12 tools and their current registration.

It excels at batch processing. You can script the tool calls to handle large invoice lists efficiently within your CI pipelines.

The data is transmitted over a secure, ephemeral connection. It only exists in your local terminal session and is never persisted to our managed environment.

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