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VesselAPI MCP for AI. Track Global Shipping Positions & Schedules

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VesselAPI tracks global maritime vessels and ports via AI agent. Check current positions, audit full vessel metadata by IMO number, or map out upcoming port schedules instantly.

It lets you run complex supply chain research—like monitoring a ship's real-time location against its planned route—without ever opening a specialized shipping dashboard.

What your AI can do

Check api status

Confirms if the VesselAPI service is up and running.

Get vessel position

Retrieves the most current geographical coordinates (AIS position) for any ship.

Get vessel schedules

Gets a detailed list of planned port calls and historical schedules for a vessel.

+ 3 more capabilities included
Check API Status

Verify if the entire VesselAPI service is currently operational.

Get Vessel Details

Retrieve full metadata for a specific ship using its unique IMO number.

Get Vessel Position

Fetch the most recent, real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) coordinates for any vessel.

Get Vessel Schedules

Audit a ship's planned port calls and historical movement timelines.

List Maritime Ports

Access a list of globally supported maritime ports and their associated metadata.

Search Vessels

Find vessels by searching through names or partial identifiers.

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VesselAPI MCP: 6 Tools for Maritime Data Retrieval

These tools allow you to search, locate, and build a complete picture of any vessel or port across the globe.

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Check Api Status

Confirms if the VesselAPI service is up and running.

Get Vessel Position

Retrieves the most current geographical coordinates (AIS position) for any ship.

Get Vessel Schedules

Gets a detailed list of planned port calls and historical schedules for a vessel.

Get Vessel Details

Pulls full metadata for a vessel using its IMO number, including flag and type.

List Maritime Ports

Provides a list of all global ports supported by the API, along with localized...

Search Vessels

Searches for ships based on name or other partial identifiers.

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Claude AI

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.

2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL:

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Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.

3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The VesselAPI integration is available immediately — no restart needed.

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Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and more

The Model Context Protocol standardizes how applications expose capabilities to LLMs. Instead of operating in isolation, your AI gains direct access to external platforms, live data, and real-world actions through secure, standardized connections.

This connection provides 6 powerful capabilities that interface natively with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and other compatible AI platforms. No middleware. No custom integration required.

Tracking shipping movements used to be a nightmare of dashboards and spreadsheets.

Before this MCP, checking a vessel's status meant jumping between three or four specialized, proprietary websites. You had to copy the IMO number from one site, paste it into another for schedules, then open a third dashboard just to see if its current location matched the projected route.

Now, you ask your agent once: 'What is the current position and next scheduled stop for vessel X?' Your agent handles all those handoffs. It brings back one clean answer showing both real-time coordinates and future port plans.

The VesselAPI MCP gives you a single source of truth.

You skip the manual steps of cross-referencing data points. You don't have to manually verify if the position is current or if the schedule has changed; your agent does it all and structures the output for immediate use.

What's different now is that maritime intelligence isn't a series of disconnected searches—it's one continuous flow of actionable data, right in your chat window.

What your AI can actually do with this

VesselAPI gives your agent the ability to manage global maritime intelligence. You stop manually clicking through multiple logistics dashboards and start asking natural language questions about shipping movements. Your agent can pull high-resolution data, instantly tracking vessels by IMO number or pulling real-time AIS positions across the globe. It also lets you check upcoming port calls and audit historical schedules to maintain a clear picture of global trade flow.

This MCP works with your AI client from Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, or any compatible tool. If you're building multi-step automations—for instance, chaining this data with a financial tracking MCP to flag high-risk delays—the whole thing runs through Vinkius. The platform keeps all credentials secure using a zero-trust proxy and gives you full visibility into every call via Vinkius AI Analytics.

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Questions you might have

How do I get the current position using get_vessel_position? +

You provide the vessel's IMO or name. The agent executes the tool and returns the latest latitude and longitude coordinates, showing where it is right now.

Can I find a ship if I only know its name? How does search_vessels work? +

Yes. You use search_vessels with partial or full names. The tool returns a list of potential matches, giving you the specific ID needed for subsequent checks.

What if I need to check multiple ports? Do I use list_maritime_ports? +

Yes, list_maritime_ports provides the global catalog. You can then ask your agent to cross-reference those listed ports against a specific vessel's planned route.

How do I combine schedules and details? Do I need multiple steps? +

You tell the agent what you want: 'Give me everything on this ship.' It automatically chains calls, first getting get_vessel_details for metadata, then running get_vessel_schedules to build a full report.

I need to verify my access before running complex queries; how should I use the `check_api_status` tool? +

Use check_api_status first. It confirms if the API endpoint is operational and your credentials are active, giving you confidence that subsequent calls will work. This saves time troubleshooting connectivity issues.

If I run many queries using `get_vessel_details`, how do I manage rate limits or optimize for high volume? +

The system manages throttling, but you should structure your calls efficiently. Grouping related requests and checking the monitoring tools helps maintain a reliable data flow without hitting usage caps.

What specific metadata does `get_vessel_details` provide about a vessel that isn't just its name or position? +

It returns high-resolution details, including the vessel's flag state, type of ship (e.g., container), and build specifications. This depth is key for supply chain analysis.

When I call `get_vessel_schedules` and get an error, how do I know if the issue is with my input or the vessel's data? +

The response details pinpoint the failure reason. Check that your IMO number format is correct; sometimes a missing schedule simply means no planned calls exist yet.

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.

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