Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has launched “Publishers Platform”, a new digital platform exclusively for its member publishers, designed to expand their global reach and simplify key business processes. The platform enables Sharjah-based publishers to trade rights, list their works via direct online links, and participate in major international book fairs remotely. Connecting more than 350 publishing houses across 80 countries, the platform strengthens global distribution and marketing for its members. It creates practical opportunities for cross--
border collaboration and supports international content sales through streamlined, digital-first services.

The announcement was made during Sharjah Publishing City’s participation in the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, where its pavilion highlighted the Free Zone’s tailored services for publishers and authors and showcased the new digital platform to visiting industry professionals. Strengthening Sharjah’s status as a global publishing Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of SPC Free Zone, said: “The Publishers Platform is a strategic step in advancing Sharjah’s publishing sector and expanding its international presence. It reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to position the emirate as a base for authors and creators and a hub for cultural and knowledge exchange between the Arab region and the world.”

He added, “The new platform gives our members a practical tool to grow their networks and form new partnerships. It’s part of our ongoing commitment to deliver innovative solutions, strengthen infrastructure and support a publishing ecosystem that sets a standard both regionally and internationally.”

Showcasing excellence in the publishing sector. Alongside the platform launch, the Sharjah Publishing City pavilion at the fair showcased a broad selection of titles from member publishers, including Global Media Publishers, Lamia Publishing, Tour de Historias, Dar Al Bayan Al Arabi and Al Zad Publishing & Training. It also featured companies such as Lightning Source Sharjah, Austin Macauley Publishers and Bears Factor Literary Agency. The pavilion provided these organisations with direct engagement with international publishers and content specialists, offering a platform to showcase their capabilities in printing, publishing, and distribution.

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