Bring Maritime Data
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Datalastic Maritime to VS Code Copilot and start using all 8 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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What is the Datalastic Maritime MCP Server?
Equip your AI agent with real-time global maritime intelligence through the Datalastic MCP server. This integration provides instant access to detailed information on thousands of vessels and ports worldwide. Your agent can search for ships by name, retrieve exhaustive metadata (including MMSI, status, and flag), and track real-time positions and ETAs for specific vessels. It also allows searching for maritime ports by country to find official UN/LOCODEs. Whether you are managing global logistics, auditing supply chains, or researching maritime traffic, your agent acts as a dedicated port captain and logistics analyst through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Vessel Search & Specs — Find commercial ships by name and retrieve robust technical dimensions and tonnages.
- Navigation Intelligence — Retrieve real-time positions, ETAs, and historical AIS tracking paths for specific vessels.
- Geofence Discovery — Find all active vessels and cargo tankers located within a specific circular radius instantly.
- Port Insights — Discover maritime ports by country or name and retrieve exact geolocations and UN/LOCODEs.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Datalastic API Key (get it at datalastic.com)
- Start querying global maritime data from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Logistics & Supply Chain Managers — track cargo vessels and monitor delivery schedules in real-time.
- Maritime Researchers — analyze global shipping patterns and vessel distributions.
- Trade Compliance Officers — verify vessel details and flag information for international shipments.
- Port Operations Teams — quickly find port codes and technical data for global terminals.
Built-in capabilities (8)
Find all vessels currently located within a specific circular radius
Get specific details and coordinates for a maritime port
Get historical AIS track and location data for a vessel
Get advanced technical specifications for a vessel
Get real-time location and status for a specific vessel
Search for vessels by name
Search for maritime ports in a specific country
Search for maritime ports by text name
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Datalastic Maritime data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 8 tools. Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.
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VS Code is used by over 70% of developers. adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor
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Project-scoped MCP configs (
.vscode/mcp.json) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access - —
Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop
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GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services
Datalastic Maritime in VS Code Copilot
Why run Datalastic Maritime with Vinkius?
The Datalastic Maritime 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 8 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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This dashboard is included when you connect Datalastic Maritime using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Datalastic Maritime and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Datalastic Maritime to VS Code Copilot 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
Datalastic Maritime for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Datalastic Maritime 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
Can I track a ship using its name?
Yes! Use the search_maritime_vessels tool with the vessel's name. It will return a list of matching ships with their MMSI numbers, which you can then use for real-time tracking.
What is an MMSI number?
MMSI stands for Maritime Mobile Service Identity. It is a unique 9-digit number used to identify a vessel's radio equipment and is the primary identifier for AIS tracking.
How can I find the official code for a port?
Use the search_ports_by_country tool with the 2-letter ISO country code. The response will list ports in that country along with their official UN/LOCODEs.
Which VS Code version supports MCP?
MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.
How do I switch to Agent mode?
Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.
Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?
Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.
Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?
Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.
MCP tools not available
Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.
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