How to Use the Kargo MCP in CrewAI
Deploy specialized agent crews with Kargo. Let autonomous teams monitor facilities and manage shipments without human oversight.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Kargo MCP to CrewAI
Create your Vinkius account to connect Kargo to CrewAI and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Autonomous monitoring with CrewAI
Assign a dedicated agent to run `list_devices` and `get_device_status` on a schedule. Your crew spots hardware failures before they stop the line. They report back when status drifts. You get a clean summary of your facility health without checking a dashboard.
Collaborative shipping management
Use a specialized agent to `list_shipments` while another agent runs `get_carrier_info`. They share memory to resolve missing paperwork issues. The crew acts as a single unit. They handle the back-and-forth so you don't have to.
Hierarchical logistics control
Set up a manager agent in CrewAI to oversee the tools. It delegates `update_logistics` tasks to subordinate agents based on priority. Efficiency stays high. The manager ensures the right agents handle the right orders at the right time.
Set up Kargo MCP in CrewAI
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10+ installed
-
crewaipackage (pip install crewai) - Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Install CrewAI
Run
pip install crewaito install the framework. MCP support is built-in via themcpsparameter. - 2
Add the MCP URL to your agent
Pass your Vinkius endpoint directly to the
mcpslist. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. CrewAI handles tool discovery and caching automatically. - 3
Kick off your crew
Create a
Crewwith your agent and tasks. Callcrew.kickoff()— the agent will automatically invoke Kargo tools as needed.
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
agent = Agent(
role="Kargo Analyst",
goal="Access and analyze Kargo data via MCP.",
backstory="Expert analyst with direct Kargo access.",
mcps=[
"https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
],
)
task = Task(
description="List recent Kargo transactions",
agent=agent,
expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)
crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result) Prerequisites
- Python 3.10+ installed
-
crewai+crewai-toolspackages - Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Install dependencies
Run
pip install crewai crewai-tools. TheMCPServerAdapterhandles lifecycle management and tool conversion. - 2
Connect with MCPServerAdapter
Use
MCPServerAdapteras a context manager withSseServerParameterspointing to your Vinkius endpoint. The adapter automatically manages connection lifecycle. - 3
Assign tools and run
Pass the returned
mcp_toolsto your agent'stoolsparameter. The adapter converts MCP tools to nativeBaseToolobjects compatible with all CrewAI agents.
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
from mcp import SseServerParameters
server_params = SseServerParameters(
url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
)
with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as mcp_tools:
agent = Agent(
role="Kargo Analyst",
goal="Access and analyze Kargo data via MCP.",
backstory="Expert analyst with direct Kargo access.",
tools=mcp_tools,
)
task = Task(
description="List recent Kargo transactions",
agent=agent,
expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)
crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result) Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Kargo. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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