Halstead Press Malaysia was established by Local Publications (M) Sdn Bhd, a publishing company with over 20 years of experience in developing academic resources for pre-university programmes, teacher education institutions, and vocational colleges.
Over the years, we have supported more than 5 million students across Malaysia, including regions in East Malaysia by providing accessible, high-quality learning materials.
5.2 million of Products Sold
Trusted by 827 Institutions
Total of 397 Author Partners
Over 45 Years of Collective Expertise
While Local Publications focuses on the pre-university market, Halstead Press Malaysia is dedicated to serving the university sector. Our mission is to transform learning materials into comprehensive, credible, and impactful resources that support both local and international students throughout their academic journey.
Director’s Words
Education shapes the future, and publishing plays a vital role in that journey. We take pride in developing learning materials that inspire understanding, critical thinking, and confidence among students.
Our mission is to support educators with reliable, well-structured, and curriculum-aligned resources.
Guided by integrity and a passion for knowledge, we remain committed to continuous improvement and long-term contribution to the education sector.
We help people create equitable opportunities through education
Education for All People.
In a world where access to quality education remains uneven, we are committed to breaking barriers and enabling fair opportunities for every learner. Through trusted academic content, collaborative partnerships, and evidence-based resources, we support individuals and institutions in building pathways toward meaningful progress.
From empowering students to strengthening teaching and professional development, we strive to make learning accessible, inclusive, and transformative.
Together, we help create equitable opportunities through education, ensuring that everyone has the chance to learn, grow, and succeed.
Our Purpose
We exist to spark possibility through knowledge
We believe that learning has the power to transform lives, open doors, and shape a brighter future for every individual—no matter where they come from.
Our purpose is to create and share knowledge that inspires people to think bigger, aim higher, and move confidently toward the future. Through education, we empower minds, connect communities, and help build a world where everyone has the opportunity to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Mission
Vision
Our Impact
We make our purpose real by creating the environments where knowledge leads to progress
For students, we turn pressure into potential. We make learning intuitive and engaging, so they can build confidence and pursue their futures.
For educators, we build tools that increase their influence. We provide a trusted platform that helps teachers share knowledge, inspire their classrooms, and shape tomorrow’s minds.
By supporting both, we create a better learning system—one that is effective, human-centred, and opens doors for everyone.