In a significant development in the world of academic publishing, De Gruyter and Brill have officially merged to create De Gruyter Brill, a powerhouse in the humanities and beyond. This landmark collaboration marks a pivotal moment for scholarly communication and research dissemination.
The culmination of this partnership is celebrated with the launch of a new corporate website, degruyterbrill.com, reflecting the combined strength and vision of the two esteemed publishing houses.
With a consolidated pro forma revenue of approximately €140 million and a workforce of 750 employees, De Gruyter Brill emerges as a leading academic publisher, offering an extensive array of services and technological infrastructure tailored to meet the evolving needs of academic authors, librarians, and institutions worldwide.
The new entity boasts a remarkable portfolio, publishing over 3,500 books and 800 journals annually. While the focus remains deeply rooted in the humanities and social sciences, De Gruyter Brill extends its reach to encompass subject areas in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
One of the primary objectives of the merger is to expedite the transition to open access, thereby advancing scholarly communication and research dissemination. The enhanced scale and resources of De Gruyter Brill enable the publisher to drive innovation, fund technology investments, and provide a diverse publishing environment for authors across disciplines.
The integration of De Gruyter and Brill signifies the acknowledgment of their rich legacies and the commitment to uphold their longstanding traditions of excellence in scholarly publishing. Both brands, along with their respective imprints and publishing programs, will continue under the umbrella of De Gruyter Brill.
As De Gruyter Brill embarks on this transformative journey, it reaffirms its commitment to serving the scholarly community and shaping the future of academic publishing. With Brill's delisting from Euronext set to take effect on March 28, 2024, the stage is set for a new era in academic publishing with De Gruyter Brill at the forefront.
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