Kortext catalog now discoverable in GOBI from EBSCO, expanding choice and flexibility for library eBook acquisition
London, 1 June 2026 – Kortext, a leading academic library supplier, today announced that its extensive perpetual access eBook catalog is now available within GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO (GOBI), giving libraries greater flexibility in how they source and acquire digital content.
The addition of the Kortext catalog to GOBI comes at a time of significant change across the library sector. As institutions review established acquisition models and adapt to an evolving procurement landscape, Kortext is focused on supporting libraries with choice, continuity and control over how they work.
Through the GOBI integration, libraries can now select Kortext content within a familiar ordering environment, helping to streamline workflows and support more efficient collection development.
The integration also expands access to Kortext’s growing catalog of more than 3.5 million titles from more than 10,500 global publishers.
“We recognize that libraries are navigating a complex and changing environment. Our focus is on providing choice, whether that’s enabling continuity through established systems like GOBI, or supporting new and evolving workflows through Kortext acquire. It’s about giving libraries the flexibility to work in the way that suits them best.”
James Gray, CEO, Kortext
“Libraries rely on GOBI Library Solutions to simplify book acquisition and bring together a wide range of publisher offerings. Making Kortext titles available for libraries through GOBI expands choice for libraries and supports efficient, centralized purchasing.”
Jon Elwell, Senior Vice President of Books at EBSCO Information Services
The addition of the Kortext catalog to GOBI reflects a shared commitment to helping libraries navigate evolving acquisition needs with greater choice, efficiency and access to academic content. Kortext remains committed to close collaboration with library partners – delivering solutions that balance stability with innovation and ensuring seamless access to content, whatever route libraries choose.
Read the original EBSCO announcement.
About Kortext:
Founded in 2013, Kortext is a global leader in eBook and eTextbook supply to libraries and their patrons. We offer streamlined digital content acquisition covering all models, sophisticated study tools for users, and engagement analytics for institutions. Kortext is partnered with universities worldwide, delivering flexible solutions that harness cutting-edge technology to drive operational efficiency, enable deeper learning and improve student outcomes. Learn more about Kortext: kortext.com/us/
About EBSCO Information Services
EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is a leading provider of online research content and search technologies serving academic, school and public libraries; healthcare and medical institutions; corporations; and government agencies around the world. From research, acquisition management, subscription services and discovery to clinical decision support and patient care, learning, and research and development, EBSCO provides institutions with access to content and resources to serve the information and workflow needs of their users and organizations. For more information, visit the EBSCO website. Visit our blog at EBSCOpost or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
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