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ShippingRates MCP Server

@vinaybhosle

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About ShippingRates MCP Server

Ocean container shipping intelligence for AI agents: D&D tariffs, freight rates, vessel schedules, port congestion, inland haulage, and total cost calculation across 6 major carriers (Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM). 24 MCP tools — 4 free + 20 paid via x402 USDC mi

#shipping#logistics#ocean-freight#containers#demurrage#detention#freight-rates#vessel-schedules

Basic information

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Other

Transports

stdio

Publisher

vinaybhosle

Submitted by

Vinay Bhosle

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shippingrates": {
      "url": "https://mcp.shippingrates.org/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is ShippingRates MCP Server?

ShippingRates MCP Server provides ocean container shipping intelligence for AI agents, offering real carrier tariff data, detention & demurrage, freight rates, vessel schedules, and total landed cost across six major carriers (Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM).

How to use ShippingRates MCP Server?

Connect any MCP-compatible client to the remote endpoint https://mcp.shippingrates.org/mcp using npx -y mcp-remote. Paid tools require x402 USDC micropayments on Base or Solana; free tools work without payment. A free tier (25 requests/month) is also available at api.shippingrates.org.

Key features of ShippingRates MCP Server

  • 24 tools for container shipping intelligence across 6 carriers
  • Real-time detention & demurrage (D&D) slab breakdowns
  • Cross-carrier comparison for D&D, inland, and total cost
  • Vessel schedules, port congestion, and transit times
  • Full landed cost with freight, surcharges, local charges
  • Free tier: 25 requests/month at api.shippingrates.org

Use cases of ShippingRates MCP Server

  • Calculate detention and demurrage charges for any port-carrier-container combination
  • Compare cross-carrier D&D rates at the same port
  • Determine total landed cost including freight, surcharges, and local charges
  • Find vessel schedules and port congestion for logistics planning
  • Assess route risk score for shipment planning

FAQ from ShippingRates MCP Server

Which carriers are covered in ShippingRates MCP Server?

Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, ONE, and CMA CGM.

How does payment work for paid tools?

Paid tools use the x402 protocol: the server responds with a 402 Payment Required status including USDC payment details; the agent pays via Base Mainnet or Solana, then retries with an X-PAYMENT header to receive the data.

Is there a free tier available?

Yes, the API offers a free tier of 25 API requests per month at api.shippingrates.org.

What free tools are available without payment?

The free tools are `

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