PTFS Europe, a leading UK provider of open source library solutions, announces its change to the new company name of Open Fifth. Effective from 25 March 2025.

With over 18,000 systems worldwide, Koha is one of the most widely used library management systems (LMS) in the world. Koha is entirely web-based for both staff and public functions. This helps make the system light, easy to use, easy to deploy and easy to manage.

Aspen Discovery is a web-based system that works on any device and provides easy access for library users to discover books, e-books, magazines, board games and more.

We are delighted to share that PTFS Europe have partnered with ByWater Solutions and TDNet to bring advanced discovery capabilities to Koha users. This development further extends the options and features available for Koha libraries. 

We are thrilled to announce that PTFS Europe has once again been appointed to the APUC Framework as a supplier for Library Services Platform(s). Being on the framework means that we can continue to offer APUC’s Higher Education and Further Education member institutions our open source library management solutions through a transparent and efficient procurement process.