The editors of the European Journal of Taxonomy are very happy to announce that the Journal Impact factor (Clarivate Analytics) of 2019 is 1.393, as compared to 1.188 in 2018, a very clear increase. In addition, EJT is now represented in three categories of the Web of Science: Zoology (68/168), Entomology (45/101) and now also Plant Science (130/234), thus covering all eukaryotic organisms that EJT publishes on. EJT is firmly positioned in the second quartile (Q2) in Entomology and Zoology and in the third quartile (Q3) regarding Plant sciences, thus showing that taxonomic papers can indeed be well-cited. We thank all authors, referees and readers for their continuous help in advancing our diamond open access journal in descriptive taxonomy. The unrelenting support of the ten institutional members of the EJT consortium is absolutely vital, especially during these difficult times of the corona pandemic. The continued endorsement of EJT by CETAF is gratefully acknowledged.

After several years of dedicated work as EJT topical Entomology editor, Gavin Broad of the London Natural History Museum has asked to be replaced; owing to the fact that he has received several new duties at work. However, he will remain on board as the section editor for Hymenoptera. We thank Gavin for his past and future efforts, and wish him all the best in his new life!

The new EJT topical Entomology editor is Nesrine Akkari from the Natural History Museum of Vienna (Austria). We heartily welcome Nesrine to the team of EJT editors and desk editors and are much looking forward to working with her. Below is a short CV. Great having you on board Nesrine!