Kortext and Schweitzer Fachinformationen partner to supply German-speaking institutions with broader choice for digital content provision
London, 15 October 2025 – Kortext, a leading supplier of eBooks and digital learning solutions for higher education and Schweitzer Fachinformationen, the market leader in the German professional information sector, have formed a partnership to provide institutions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with flexible access to academic eBooks.
The partners will collaborate to provide institutions with digital content on a wide range of library licences that suit every institution’s needs. Together they will promote choice for academic libraries and enhance the student experience with Kortext’s world–class digital learning platform.
Since 2013, Kortext has been at the forefront of digital innovation in higher education. More than just an eReader, the Kortext platform provides a space where students can deeply engage with learning materials through advanced digital tools like annotations, flashcards, collaborative study and more, to get the most from their learning content.
Schweitzer Fachinformationen contributes its long-standing expertise in library services, strong market presence in the German-speaking region, and well-established relationships with publishers and customers to the strategic partnership.
‘We are very pleased to partner with Schweitzer Fachinformationen. Together, we can take the provision of digital learning content for universities and academic libraries to a new level – locally rooted, internationally connected, and with a strong focus on user-friendliness, flexibility, and AI-powered teaching and learning solutions.’
Simon Mavin, Chief Revenue Officer, Kortext
‘We are delighted to have found in Kortext a strong and innovative partner that, like us, stands for a forward-looking approach to media provision. Individual eBook procurement is a flexible and sustainable model that perfectly meets the needs of our academic customers.’
Thomas Dohme, Head of Academic Business, Schweitzer Fachinformationen
By combining an international digital learning pioneer with German local market knowledge, this alliance will expand the choice for German-speaking research and academic institutions. Together, the partners will fill the gaps to provide a comprehensive choice of licensing models, enhanced by a world-leading digital learning experience.
About Kortext
Founded in 2013, Kortext is the leading student experience and engagement expert, pioneering digitally enhanced teaching and learning in the global higher education community. We support institutions around the world to boost student engagement and drive outcomes with our AI-powered, cutting-edge content discovery and study products, market-leading learner analytics, and streamlined workflows for higher education. For more information, please visit: kortext.com
About Schweitzer Fachinformationen
Schweitzer Fachinformationen has become a core hub for professional knowledge exchange, customers from a range of sectors receive comprehensive solutions for the procurement, management, and use of digital and print media. Their web portal, Schweitzer Information World, provides easy access to knowledge, supporting customizable services, innovative software solutions and a fully integrated e-procurement process that ensures efficient workflows. To find out more, visit: www.schweitzer-online.de.
