- S Chand & Company acquires 100% stake in CPD Singapore Education Services for SGD 1.5 million
- Acquisition strengthens the Indian education major’s footprint in Singapore and Southeast Asia
- Move supports S Chand’s strategy to expand beyond publishing into global education services
S Chand & Company has announced the acquisition of complete ownership of CPD Singapore Education Services for a consideration of SGD 1.5 million, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing international expansion strategy. The move strengthens S Chand’s presence in Singapore and positions the Indian education major to deepen its engagement with the broader Southeast Asian education market, which continues to see rising demand for structured learning and professional development services.
The acquisition will give S Chand full managerial and operational control of CPD Singapore Education Services, enabling closer integration of offerings, faster decision-making, and sharper alignment with the group’s long-term global vision. With Singapore widely regarded as a regional education and training hub, the transaction provides S Chand with a strategic base to scale its international education services and tap into new learner segments across Southeast Asia.
Commenting on the development, Himanshu Gupta, Managing Director and CEO of S Chand & Company, said the acquisition reflects the company’s intent to build a strong and sustainable international footprint. He noted that Singapore’s mature education ecosystem, global outlook, and regulatory clarity make it an ideal platform for regional growth. Gupta added that full ownership of CPD Singapore Education Services will allow S Chand to unlock operational synergies and introduce a wider range of high-quality education solutions tailored to local and regional needs.
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CPD Singapore Education Services operates in the education services space, catering to learners and professionals seeking skill development and continuing education. By bringing the company fully under its fold, S Chand aims to strengthen its capabilities in delivering education beyond traditional publishing, an area the group has been steadily expanding into over recent years. The acquisition aligns with S Chand’s broader transition from a primarily India-focused education content provider to a diversified education solutions company with an international reach.
Industry observers view the transaction as a measured but strategic move that underscores S Chand’s confidence in overseas markets. Rather than pursuing aggressive expansion, the company appears focused on building depth in select geographies where education spending, digital adoption, and demand for quality learning are structurally strong. Singapore, with its role as a gateway to Southeast Asia, fits squarely into that approach.
The deal also signals S Chand’s long-term commitment to reducing dependence on the domestic market by creating multiple growth engines across geographies. As education increasingly becomes global in nature, with learners seeking internationally relevant skills and credentials, the acquisition of CPD Singapore Education Services positions S Chand to participate more meaningfully in cross-border education delivery. With full ownership now secured, the company is expected to focus on consolidating operations, expanding offerings, and leveraging Singapore as a springboard for further regional opportunities.
