(23 Jun 2026) Springer Nature today announced that it is divesting its consumer media businesses – Scientific American in the United States and Spektrum der Wissenschaft in Germany. The strategic transaction will see Springer Nature focus on its core global publishing business in research, health and education while supporting the long-term development of these brands.
Scientific American and Spektrum der Wissenschaft have long-standing roles in communicating science to broad audiences and hold established positions in their respective markets. The publications are being sold to new owners with strong expertise in consumer media who are well positioned to support their future development.
Springer Nature is working with both buyers to ensure continuity in publication.
Scientific American is to be acquired by LabX Media Group, a global science-focused media company. The transaction will complete on 24 June 2026.
Springer Nature has reached an agreement to sell Spektrum der Wissenschaft to GeraNova Bruckmann, a Germany-based publishing group. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to complete later in the year.
The announcement in full is here.
