Qatar Airways Cargo has continued its digital push with the deployment of data connections with air cargo software vendor WiseTech Global.

Connecting directly with WiseTech, according to the airline, will help to remove multiple data exchange points between freight forwarders and airline operations systems.

Qatar Cargo said “these direct data feeds also add real value by removing extensive data duplication that has proliferated over many years, removing the burden on forwarders and reducing the resulting complexities and costs.”

Air waybill data from the forwarder will also be immediately available to the global Qatar Airways ground handling network via the CargoWise connection.

“[Our deal with WiseTech] will also support future air cargo industry growth by removing technical risk and reducing costs. This initial step delivers a strong foundation for on-going product and technical connectivity between Qatar Airways Cargo and its substantial pool of customers,” said Guillaume Halleux, chief officer cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo.

Over the last few years, the airline has launched a number of digital initiatives including adding its capacity to the WebCargo booking platform in the US.