Sands China Ltd. Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Grant Chum (fifth from right), Executive Vice President of Operations Sean McCreery (fifth from left) and other team members and executives display the company’s certificates and trophies from the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Sands China once again earned Top 1% rankings in both the Global edition and China edition of the ESG (environmental, social and governance) publication. In the China edition, Sands China earned the Industry Mover distinction, which is only awarded to one company in each industry.
Yearbook Rankings & Industry Mover Distinction
Sands China Ltd. achieved Top 1% status in both the Global and China editions of the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025, reflecting its outstanding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.
In the China edition—assessing 1,600+ companies across 60 industries in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau—Sands China is one of only 18 firms to rank in the Top 1% and the sole recipient of the ‘Industry Mover’ award.
This accolade requires at least a 5% year-over-year improvement in the annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) score; Sands China surpassed this with a 7% increase, marking its first Industry Mover recognition.
Global Edition Top 1% Performance
In the global evaluation—covering 7,690+ companies across 60 industries—only 65 companies achieved Top 1% CSA scores. Sands China’s placement for a second consecutive year underscores its consistent, high-level ESG execution on the world stage.
CSA Assessment & Criteria
The S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment measures companies’ ESG practices, inviting only the top 15% of performers in each industry into the annual Yearbook.
Criteria include climate strategy, resource management, workforce training, community impact, and governance transparency.
Leadership Reflections & ESG Achievements
Grant Chum, CEO and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd., highlighted the company’s commitment:
- 3 million hours of workforce training delivered in 2024
- 5% reduction in carbon emissions achieved ahead of schedule
- 310,000+ hours of community service by its volunteer team
He attributed these achievements to the dedication of team members, suppliers, community partners, and the Macao SAR Government’s guidance.
ESG Framework & Key Programmes
Sands China’s ESG efforts span three pillars—People, Community, and Planet—and are implemented through signature initiatives:
- Sands ECO360global sustainability programme (energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation)
- Sands Carescorporate giving and community engagement (disaster relief, education, wellbeing)
- Sands China Academyprofessional development for team members
These integrated programmes drive both economic value and social impact, reinforcing Sands China’s role as a responsible corporate citizen in Macau.
