What InfoHost does

InfoHost Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based B2B digital content distributor founded in 1987 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of iGroup (Asia Pacific). The company functions as the regional distribution entity for the iGroup network in Singapore, aggregating and reselling digital resources from over 50 global publishers and content providers across four verticals: Academic (primary), Medical/Healthcare, Government, and Corporate. Its portfolio spans medical education platforms (Lecturio with AI-driven lesson planning and question generation tools, Visible Body Suite for 3D anatomy), clinical decision support products (Merative's Micromedex and DynaMedex, both #1 in KLAS 2026 for their respective categories), ebook collections (iG Publishing with 150,000+ titles from 60+ publishers), research tooling (scite Smart Citations, MyLOFT for digital access, RemoteXs for eResource optimization, ImaChek for image integrity), and standards content (BSI, SAE International). The company does not develop proprietary technology; its core capability is curation, integration, and channel management of third-party digital resources with localized Singapore-based support.

InfoHost operates a sales-led B2B go-to-market model, generating revenue through annual subscription-based licensing arrangements with institutional customers including universities, hospitals, government agencies, and corporate organizations. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, reflecting the custom nature of institutional content packages. Beyond direct sales, the company operates an e-commerce storefront (e-Store) for smaller transactions and has begun hosting knowledge-exchange events such as 'AI in Action 2026' in partnership with Lark, and webinar series with publishers including ACS Publications. The company maintains active social media presence on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, and conducts email marketing to engage academic and research communities.

The business is small in scale with 16 employees and a Singapore-only operating footprint, which constrains its direct addressable market but is materially extended by its parent company's Asia-Pacific distribution network. While the company positions itself at the intersection of trusted digital content and AI-enhanced research tools, its AI capabilities are derivative of distributed vendor products rather than proprietary, and its competitive moat rests on channel relationships, publisher portfolio breadth, and institutional incumbency rather than technology differentiation.

Name

InfoHost

Legal name

InfoHOST Pte Ltd

Website

https://infohost.com.sg

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

InfoHost Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based B2B digital content distributor and subsidiary of iGroup (Asia Pacific), aggregating and reselling subscription-based academic, medical, government, and corporate digital resources from 50+ global publishers to Singapore institutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Academic and Professional Digital Content Distribution

NAICS

Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services (519), Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

SIC

Miscellaneous Publishing (2741)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Archives, Libraries & Institutional Access Platforms (MPAJAMAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

E-book Subscription & Bundling Services (MPAJAMAB), Author Service Marketplaces & Aggregators (Vetting, Bundled Services) (MPAJAJAB)

Keywords

• Digital content distribution
• Academic information services
• Electronic resource licensing
• Institutional content subscription
• Publisher distribution services

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Digital Content Licensing: InfoHost generates revenue by licensing digital academic, scientific, and professional content from global publishers to institutions in Singapore. The company acts as a regional distributor and aggregator, providing access to journals, ebooks, databases, and AI-powered research tools through subscription-based arrangements with educational institutions, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and corporate customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

InfoHost is a Singapore-based B2B digital content distributor and aggregator that licenses and delivers electronic resources from over 50 global publishers to institutions in the Academic, Government, Medical, and Corporate sectors. The company curates and resells eBook collections, journals, databases, clinical decision support tools, AI-powered research platforms, educational platforms, and technical standards, providing local support and integration services as part of the iGroup (Asia Pacific) network.

Product overview

InfoHost operates as a distributor and reseller of digital resources serving the Academic, Government, Medical, and Corporate sectors in Singapore. The company offers a portfolio of distributed products including medical education platforms (Lecturio with AI-powered tools, Visible Body Suite for 3D anatomy), clinical decision support solutions (Micromedex and DynaMedex ranked #1 in KLAS 2026), eBook collections (iG Publishing with 150,000+ titles), and research tools (scite with Smart Citations, MyLOFT for digital access, RemoteXs for eResource optimization, ImaChek for image integrity). InfoHost functions as part of iGroup (Asia Pacific), connecting global knowledge across the region through partnerships with over 50 global publishers and content providers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lecturio AI-powered medical and nursing education platform offering video lectures, curriculum-aligned content, and AI tools including Lesson Plan Generator, AI Assistant, and AI Question Generator to reduce faculty workload and enhance personalized learning. Distributed in Singapore by InfoHost for medical and nursing schools and healthcare educators.
• Visible Body Suite 3D anatomy education platform providing interactive anatomy models, histology slides, illustrations, virtual cadaver lab simulation, and anatomical terminology/variants content for medical and science education. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• Micromedex Clinical decision support system providing thorough, impartial drug information at point-of-care with AI-powered search, intuitive interface, and EHR/pharmacy system integration. Named #1 in KLAS 2026 for Clinical Decision Support: Point-of-Care Drug Reference. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• DynaMedex Clinical decision support solution providing in-depth, evidence-based disease management insights for point-of-care disease reference. Achieved first-ever #1 ranking in KLAS 2026 for Clinical Decision Support: Point-of-Care Disease Reference. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• iG Publishing Leading eBook collection provider in Asia Pacific with over 150,000 titles from 60+ reputable publishers, serving as the leading provider of eBook collections in the region since 2006. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• scite Award-winning platform for discovering and evaluating scientific articles using Smart Citations that classify citations as supporting, contrasting, or merely mentioning referenced works. Includes Scite Rankings for academic institutions and journals. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• MyLOFT Digital ecosystem providing seamless and reliable access to library-subscribed eResources and web articles, enabling users to access digital content across platforms. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• RemoteXs Solution enabling academic and research institutions to optimize usage of eResources and nurture research interests of faculty and students through remote access management. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• ImaChek Automated image checking solution that detects problematic images in scientific papers prior to publication, protecting institutions from inappropriately manipulated and duplicated images. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• ies Research Consulting Consulting firm providing future skills development for researchers, innovators, and professionals with latest skill sets and world-class technologies for resolving individual and organizational challenges. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore.
• NEJM AI Peer-reviewed journal dedicated to rigorous research needed to responsibly bring AI from lab to bedside in healthcare, emphasizing evidence-based AI safety, reliability, and clinical utility. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore as part of the Wolters Kluwer portfolio.
• BSI Knowledge and Standards Comprehensive online platform providing access to British, European, American, and international standards for automotive, rail, aviation, maritime, and mobility sectors with multi-user access capabilities. Distributed by InfoHost in Singapore as part of BSI standards portfolio.
• SAE International Standards Over 40,000 standards overseen by SAE International covering mobility-focused technical specifications with lifecycle management including Current, Historical, Reaffirmed, Stabilized, Superseded, and Cancelled status designations. Distributed by InfoHost in the Asia-Pacific region.

Quantifiable outcome

• Partnership network of over 50 global publishers and content providers

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability8 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• iG PublishingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributoriG Publishing is a leading eBook provider established in Singapore since 2006, working with 60+ reputable publishers and offering over 150,000 ebook titles. InfoHost distributes iG Publishing content as a channel partner in Singapore.
• ies Research ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partneries Research provides consulting services for future skills of researchers, innovators and professionals, offering the latest skill sets and world-class technologies. InfoHost partners with ies to deliver consulting and training solutions.
• MyLOFTcoreTechnology or IntegrationMyLOFT provides an ecosystem for digital content consumption, offering seamless and reliable access to library-subscribed eResources and web articles. InfoHost integrates and distributes MyLOFT solutions.
• RemoteXscoreTechnology or IntegrationRemoteXs enables academic and research institutions to optimize usage of eResources and nurture research interests. InfoHost distributes RemoteXs solutions for remote access management.
• scitecoreTechnology or Integrationscite is an award-winning platform for discovering and evaluating scientific articles by providing citation context. InfoHost distributes scite's AI-powered smart citation tools.
• iGroup (Asia Pacific)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerInfoHost is a subsidiary company under iGroup (Asia Pacific), a multinational organization providing a full spectrum of world-class information solutions with localized support from regional offices. iGroup connects knowledge across Asia.
• BSI (British Standards Institution)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBSI is the UK's national standards body providing standards and knowledge solutions. InfoHost distributes BSI's standards content including transport and mobility standards, decarbonization resources, and BSI Knowledge subscription services.
• SAE InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSAE International oversees more than 40,000 mobility-focused standards. InfoHost distributes SAE standards content and educational materials in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Lark (Lark Technologies)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerLark provides AI-powered productivity and collaboration tools. InfoHost partners with Lark on events such as 'AI in Action 2026' to deliver educational content on AI adoption in organizations.
• LecturiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLecturio provides AI-powered medical and nursing education tools including AI Lesson Plan Generator, AI Assistant, and AI Question Generator. InfoHost distributes Lecturio's educational platform in Singapore.
• Visible BodycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVisible Body (division of Cengage Learning) provides 3D anatomy models and virtual lab solutions. InfoHost distributes Visible Body Suite and related anatomy education products.
• Merative (Micromedex/DynaMedex)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMerative provides Micromedex (clinical decision support, #1 in KLAS 2026) and DynaMedex (disease reference, #1 in KLAS 2026). InfoHost distributes these clinical decision support solutions in Singapore.
• Wolters Kluwer (OVID/NEJM AI)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWolters Kluwer provides OVID medical research platform and NEJM AI journal focused on evidence-based AI in healthcare. InfoHost distributes Wolters Kluwer's medical and healthcare content solutions.
• IGI GlobalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIGI Global Scientific Publishing provides academic research content focused on AI, analytics, and assessment in higher education. InfoHost distributes IGI Global titles in the region.
• ACS Publications (American Chemical Society)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorACS Publications provides chemistry journals, publications, and educational resources including the ACS PPP (Publishing Programs) webinar series. InfoHost distributes ACS Publications content and hosts educational events.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Wanfang Data: Major Chinese academic and standards content aggregator with similar subscription-based delivery of journals, conference papers, and regulations to libraries — a regional competing model.
• China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI): Asia's largest academic content aggregator, distributing journals, theses, and standards primarily to Chinese institutions — comparable institutional content distribution model at large regional scale.
• CQ Info: Singapore-based information services distributor supplying international journals, databases, and standards to academic and corporate customers in Southeast Asia — a regional peer with overlapping customer base and product mix.

Broad incumbents

• EBSCO Information Services: Global incumbent in academic/research content aggregation and discovery, distributing journals, ebooks, and databases to libraries — overlapping with InfoHost's core library and institutional content distribution model.
• Wolters Kluwer: Publisher-owner of OVID, NEJM AI, and clinical decision support tools that InfoHost distributes; competes with InfoHost via direct institutional sales while also relying on InfoHost for Singapore channel reach.
• Elsevier (ScienceDirect / ClinicalKey): Global publisher and platform operator of ScienceDirect, ClinicalKey, and Scopus — competing with InfoHost's distributed content via direct institutional licenses and offering AI research tools (Scopus AI).
• ProQuest / Clarivate: Major academic content aggregator providing databases, ebooks, dissertations, and research tools to libraries worldwide — directly comparable to InfoHost's curated journal/ebook/database offering.

Direct peers

• WT Cox Subscriptions: Subscription agent and content aggregator serving academic and corporate libraries with publisher-licensed content — a like-for-like B2B content distribution model to InfoHost's.
• iGroup (Asia Pacific): Direct parent operating multiple sister entities across Asia Pacific (including iG Publishing). InfoHost is the Singapore subsidiary; iGroup peers (e.g., Informatics) operate analogous content distribution models in adjacent geographies, making iGroup the closest structural comparable.
• Silverchair: Platform and content distribution partner for scholarly publishers, providing hosting, distribution, and discovery services to societies and institutions — comparable delivery model of publisher content to end users.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/infohostsg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/infohost
• Instagraminstagram.com/infohost_igroup

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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