Sands China team members gather Thursday at its flagship property, The Venetian Macao, to celebrate the arrival of its 1.1 billionth guest. Dr. Wilfred Wong, executive vice chairman of Sands China Ltd., and Grant Chum, the company’s chief executive officer and executive director, presented exclusive surprises to the lucky guest, commemorating Sands China’s journey along the Cotai Strip.
During the ceremony, Sands China Ltd. Executive Vice Chairman Dr. Wilfred Wong and CEO and Executive Director Grant Chum greeted the 1.1 billionth guest with exclusive surprises, highlighting the company’s journey along the Cotai Strip and its role in shaping Macao as a global destination.
“Surpassing 1.1 billion arrivals is not only a significant milestone for the company, but also a testament to the popularity of Macao’s tourism offerings and the vitality and sustainability of its economic development,” said Dr. Wong. He credited the guidance of central and SAR governments, the efforts of 27,000 team members, and support from over 2,500 suppliers, adding that Sands China remains committed to investing in non-gaming projects and giving back to the community.
Sands China team members celebrate the 18th anniversary of The Venetian Macao Thursday at the integrated resort’s lobby. The property is a favourite spot among global travellers and a must-visit destination in Macao.
Sands China’s story in Macao began in 2004 with the eagerly awaited grand opening of Sands Macao, Macao’s first hotel and entertainment complex of its type. It laid a solid foundation for the company’s introduction of integrated resort offerings on the Cotai Strip. In 2007, The Venetian Macao debuted as the world’s second-largest building at the time, pioneering large-scale integrated resorts in Macao. This was followed by The Plaza Macao, Sands Cotai Central, and The Parisian Macao, opened respectively in 2008, 2012, and 2016 – with Sands Cotai Central now upgraded and transformed into The Londoner Macao. These iconic attractions along the Cotai Strip are seamlessly connected, forming a European-themed destination that has reshaped the skyline of Cotai. Their development has laid a key foundation for Macao to offer a diverse, all-round mix of business, tourism, and leisure experiences to visitors.
Together, these resorts offer over 10,000 hotel rooms, 150 dining options, 760 retail outlets, and more than 150,000 square metres of meetings and convention space, alongside arenas and theatres with capacity for over 25,000 guests.
With cumulative investment exceeding MOP 134.5 billion, Sands China continues to strengthen Macao’s status as a world centre of tourism and leisure, while expanding initiatives that integrate sports, culture, and tourism to attract international visitors.
