Clarivate Partners with the University of Melbourne to Transform Library Systems

Delivering World-class Solutions and Services to Drive Academic Success

LONDON, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE: CLVT), a leading provider of transformative intelligence, has signed an agreement with the University of Melbourne, Australia's leading university, to provide a comprehensive suite of library solutions and services. The solutions include Alma, Primo, Leganto, Rapido and Library Open Workflows, encompassing library management systems, information resource discovery, sharing and subject reading lists. This collaboration will provide the University of Melbourne with a world-class library systems platform that is purpose-fit, efficient, and user-focused.

The solutions will enable library users to access resources through advanced discovery systems, streamline operations and enhance data-driven decision-making. By integrating academic artificial intelligence (AI) and linked data, these solutions will enhance teaching and learning, research and broader community scholarly experience.

Asaf Kline, Vice President of Academic Libraries solutions, Clarivate said: "The collaboration between the University of Melbourne and Clarivate dates back two decades. We are very proud to collaborate with the University again to transform its library systems and drive scholarly success. Our proven solutions enable libraries to enhance their operational efficiency and effectiveness, driving impactful change and delivering improved user experiences for both students and faculty. At Clarivate, we are always committed to helping academic institutions think forward by connecting them to trusted content, deep expertise and responsible innovation."

Gwenda Thomas, Director, Scholarly Services and University Librarian at the University of Melbourne, said: "Our important work in Scholarly Services builds and manages one of the most diverse and significant collections of scholarly and research resources in Australia. The implementation of the Alma platform will align the University with leading institutions globally, as it is a proven, flexible, and integrated solution currently used by over 2,700 libraries worldwide."

About ClarivateClarivate is a leading global provider of transformative intelligence. We offer enriched data, insights & analytics, workflow solutions and expert services in the areas of Academia & Government, Intellectual Property and Life Sciences & Healthcare.

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About the University of Melbourne Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is one of Australia's oldest universities and the first in Victoria. Today, the University's vibrant community comprises over 77,000 students, including 46 per cent international students from more than 150 countries, who are supported by over 13,000 academic and professional staff. A network of more than 500,000 alumni around the world attests to the transformative impact of a University of Melbourne education. The University is home to nine faculties with state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, it remains a driving force in shaping the future through impactful research. The University's commitment to excellence has earned its place among the world's best universities, delivering education and research outcomes that are global in reach, ambition and impact.

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