Bring Maritime Tracking
to Google ADK
Create your Vinkius account to connect VesselAPI to Google ADK and start using all 6 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
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Gemini
What is the VesselAPI MCP Server?
Empower your AI agent to orchestrate your entire maritime research and vessel auditing workflow with VesselAPI, the comprehensive source for global shipping data. By connecting VesselAPI to your agent, you transform complex logistics searches into a natural conversation. Your agent can instantly track vessels by IMO number, audit upcoming port schedules, and retrieve real-time AIS positions without you ever touching a maritime dashboard. Whether you are conducting supply chain research or monitoring global trade flow, your agent acts as a real-time maritime consultant, ensuring your data is always precise and up-to-the-minute.
What you can do
- Vessel Auditing — Retrieve high-resolution details for any vessel by IMO number, including flag, type, and build metadata.
- Schedule Oversight — Audit upcoming port calls and historical schedules to maintain a clear view of maritime logistics.
- Position Intelligence — Query real-time AIS positions to understand the current geographic distribution of vessels instantly.
- Port Discovery — List global maritime ports and retrieve localized metadata to assist in geographic planning.
- Logistics Monitoring — Check API status and monitor your data usage to maintain strict control over your research volume.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your VesselAPI Key
- Start managing your maritime intelligence through Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Supply Chain Analysts — monitor vessel movements and retrieve logistics metadata straight from your workflow.
- Trade Researchers — verify port calls and audit global shipping patterns without manual searching.
- Logistics Managers — perform rapid audits of vessel positions and identify potential delays through natural language.
- Operations Leads — automate maritime data querying to orchestrate cross-functional logistics teams smoothly.
Built-in capabilities (6)
Check if the VesselAPI is operational
Get comprehensive details for a vessel by IMO number
Get the latest AIS position for a vessel
Get upcoming port calls and schedules for a vessel
List global maritime ports supported by VesselAPI
Search for vessels by name
Why Google ADK?
Google ADK natively supports VesselAPI as an MCP tool provider. declare Vinkius Edge URL and the framework handles discovery, validation, and execution automatically. Combine 6 tools with Gemini's long-context reasoning for complex multi-tool workflows, with production-ready session management and evaluation built in.
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Google ADK natively supports MCP tool servers. declare a tool provider and the framework handles discovery, validation, and execution
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Built on Gemini models, ADK provides long-context reasoning ideal for complex multi-tool workflows with VesselAPI
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Production-ready features like session management, evaluation, and deployment come built-in. not bolted on
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Seamless integration with Google Cloud services means you can combine VesselAPI tools with BigQuery, Vertex AI, and Cloud Functions
VesselAPI in Google ADK
Why run VesselAPI with Vinkius?
The VesselAPI connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 6 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Connect securely in under 30 seconds
Generate tokens to authenticate and link external services in a single step.
Complete visibility into every agent action
Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
Optimize spending and track token ROI
Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect VesselAPI using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
VesselAPI and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect VesselAPI to Google ADK through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
VesselAPI for Google ADK
Every request between Google ADK and VesselAPI is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my VesselAPI Key?
Log in to your VesselAPI dashboard, and you will find your API Key under the settings page. Copy and paste it below.
Does it support real-time AIS data?
Yes. The get_vessel_position tool provides the latest AIS position received for the specified vessel IMO number.
Can the agent show port schedules?
Yes. Use the get_vessel_schedules tool to retrieve upcoming port calls and arrival/departure metadata for any vessel.
How does Google ADK connect to MCP servers?
Import the MCP toolset class and pass the server URL. ADK discovers and registers all tools automatically, making them available to your agent's tool-use loop.
Can ADK agents use multiple MCP servers?
Yes. Declare multiple MCP tool providers in your agent configuration. ADK merges all tool schemas and the agent can call tools from any server in a single turn.
Which Gemini models work best with MCP tools?
Gemini 2.0 Flash and Pro models both support function calling required for MCP tools. Flash is recommended for latency-sensitive use cases, Pro for complex reasoning.
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