Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Book and Periodical PublishingIllinois, United States201-500 Employees
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. operates as a global knowledge and publishing group focused on reference and learning resources. Its brands include Encyclopaedia Britannica, Britannica Digital Learning, Britannica Knowledge Systems, Merriam-Webster, and Melingo, delivering digital encyclopedias, curriculum materials, and language-study tools across platforms. The company is based in Chicago, Illinois, and traces its roots to the 18th century, with Britannica founded in Edinburgh in 1768. Its primary customers are students, lifelong learners, and professionals who rely on authoritative content to inform study, teaching, and career readiness. In 2026, Britannica announced a partnership with Obeikan Education to expand digital learning across Saudi Arabia.