Over the years the Society has acquired an extensive collection of reference books and other materials, which now form the Central Record. This includes one of the largest collections of Lloyds Registers in the world, and comprehensive collections of 'Janes Fighting Ships' and other naval works. For the cost of a S.A.E. members can obtain information on most naval and merchant ships back to 1800, and sometimes earlier - and liveries worn by merchant ships. Many fleet lists have been compiled, and an extensive collection of photographs amassed. World Ship Society publications have established an outstanding record for thoroughness and accuracy and this is reflected in the widespread market they enjoy inside and outside the Society.
All titles are available to members at substantial discounts.