Flexport MCP Server for AutoGen 12 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Microsoft AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and execute tasks collaboratively. Add Flexport as an MCP tool provider through the Vinkius and every agent in the group can access live data and take action.
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Vinkius supports streamable HTTP and SSE.
import asyncio
from autogen_agentchat.agents import AssistantAgent
from autogen_ext.tools.mcp import McpWorkbench
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token — get it at cloud.vinkius.com
async with McpWorkbench(
server_params={"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"},
transport="streamable_http",
) as workbench:
tools = await workbench.list_tools()
agent = AssistantAgent(
name="flexport_agent",
tools=tools,
system_message=(
"You help users with Flexport. "
"12 tools available."
),
)
print(f"Agent ready with {len(tools)} tools")
asyncio.run(main())
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
About Flexport MCP Server
Connect your Flexport account to any AI agent and automate your global trade and freight operations through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Flexport is the modern freight forwarder that provides full visibility and control over your supply chain. Now, you can track shipments, manage purchase orders, and retrieve essential logistics documentation directly through natural conversation.
AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and collaboratively use Flexport tools. Connect 12 tools through the Vinkius and assign role-based access — a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates, with optional human-in-the-loop approval for sensitive operations.
What you can do
- Shipment Tracking — List all your ocean and air shipments, fetch detailed tracking metadata, and monitor transit statuses in real-time.
- PO Management — Automate your purchase order lifecycle by listing, retrieving, and creating POs directly from the agent.
- Document Retrieval — List and fetch essential logistics documents such as Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, and Packing Lists.
- Billing & Invoices — Access freight and commercial invoices associated with your account or specific shipments for better financial oversight.
- Customs Documentation — Retrieve commercial invoice data required for customs clearance and compliance reporting.
- Global Visibility — Get a high-level overview of your entire global supply chain operations without switching tabs.
The Flexport MCP Server exposes 12 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to AutoGen in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Flexport to AutoGen via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Flexport MCP Server with AutoGen.
Install AutoGen
Run pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Integrate into workflow
Use the agent in your AutoGen multi-agent orchestration
Explore tools
The workbench discovers 12 tools from Flexport automatically
Why Use AutoGen with the Flexport MCP Server
AutoGen provides unique advantages when paired with Flexport through the Model Context Protocol.
Multi-agent conversations: multiple AutoGen agents discuss, delegate, and collaboratively use Flexport tools to solve complex tasks
Role-based architecture lets you assign Flexport tool access to specific agents — a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates
Human-in-the-loop support: agents can pause for human approval before executing sensitive Flexport tool calls
Code execution sandbox: AutoGen agents can write and run code that processes Flexport tool responses in an isolated environment
Flexport + AutoGen Use Cases
Practical scenarios where AutoGen combined with the Flexport MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Collaborative analysis: one agent queries Flexport while another validates results and a third generates the final report
Automated review pipelines: a researcher agent fetches data from Flexport, a critic agent evaluates quality, and a writer produces the output
Interactive planning: agents negotiate task allocation using Flexport data to make informed decisions about resource distribution
Code generation with live data: an AutoGen coder agent writes scripts that process Flexport responses in a sandboxed execution environment
Flexport MCP Tools for AutoGen (12)
These 12 tools become available when you connect Flexport to AutoGen via MCP:
create_purchase_order
Create a new purchase order
download_document
Get document download link
get_document
Get document metadata
get_invoice
Get invoice details
get_purchase_order
Get purchase order details
get_shipment
Get shipment details
list_commercial_invoices
List commercial invoices
list_documents
List logistics documents
list_invoices
List freight invoices
list_purchase_orders
List purchase orders
list_shipment_invoices
List invoices for shipment
list_shipments
List freight shipments
Example Prompts for Flexport in AutoGen
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your AutoGen agent to start working with Flexport immediately.
"List my 5 most recent freight shipments and their status."
"Show me all purchase orders pending for this quarter."
"Get the download link for the Bill of Lading for shipment 'SHIP-789'."
Troubleshooting Flexport MCP Server with AutoGen
Common issues when connecting Flexport to AutoGen through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
McpWorkbench not found
pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"Flexport + AutoGen FAQ
Common questions about integrating Flexport MCP Server with AutoGen.
How does AutoGen connect to MCP servers?
Can different agents have different MCP tool access?
Does AutoGen support human approval for tool calls?
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Connect Flexport to AutoGen
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 12 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.