MARITIME LIBRARIES NETWORK

a library network is born across the sea

A common journey in support of maritime knowledge

The libraries – members of MarLiNet, which house significant maritime collections, share a common vision to enhance their services and collections through the recovery and shared use of data, made accessible to both researchers and general readers.

The main objectives of the Network are:

Title Availability Expansion

Expanding the access to titles and resources for all library users.

Resource Optimization

Saving financial and operational resources through a shared acquisitions strategy.

Maritime Collection Visibility

Enhancing the discoverability and readership of maritime and shipping collections.

Promotion of Library Significance

Maximizing the exposure of member libraries as key repositories of maritime transport knowledge.