Sands China Properties Surpass Milestone of 1.1 Billion Visitors

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Sands China (OTC:SCHYY) has achieved a significant milestone of welcoming over 1.1 billion visitors to its Macao properties. The company celebrated this achievement at The Venetian Macao, which also marked its 18th anniversary.

Since its entry into Macao in 2004 with Sands Macao, the company has invested over MOP 134.5 billion in the region. Its portfolio now includes multiple integrated resorts featuring over 10,000 hotel rooms, 150 dining options, 760 retail outlets, and extensive entertainment facilities including two arenas and four theatres with a total seating capacity exceeding 25,000.

The company maintains a workforce of 27,000 team members and collaborates with over 2,500 suppliers, demonstrating its significant economic impact in the region.

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• Milestone achievement of 1.1 billion visitors demonstrates strong market presence and brand appeal
• Substantial cumulative investment of MOP 134.5 billion in Macao shows long-term commitment
• Extensive infrastructure with 10,000+ hotel rooms, 150 dining options, and 760 retail outlets
• Large-scale employment provider with 27,000 team members

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Continued investment in non-gaming offerings while marking a new chapter in development

MACAO, Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sands China Ltd. has now welcomed over 1.1 billion visitors to its properties, a major milestone in the company's more than two decades of development in Macao.

The company celebrated the arrival of its 1.1 billionth guest with a welcome ceremony Thursday at its flagship property, The Venetian^® Macao. During the event, 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. The occasion coincided with Thursday's 18th anniversary of The Venetian Macao, 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.

"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. "This remarkable achievement would not have been made possible without the guidance and strong support of the central and SAR governments, the concerted efforts of our 27,000 team members, and the solidarity of over 2,500 suppliers. Sands China calls Macao home and we are committed to fulfilling our corporate social responsibility while actively giving back to our community. Moving forward, we will continue to work alongside Macao and invest in non-gaming projects to polish further its 'golden business card' as an international metropolis, showcasing its unique charm to both residents and visitors from around the world."

Sands China's cumulative investment in Macao has exceeded MOP 134.5 billion, a consistent contributor to the city's development as a world centre of tourism and leisure. The company's integrated resorts offer over 10,000 hotel rooms, 150 dining options, and 760 retail outlets. They feature the region's premier meetings and conventions destination, spanning more than 150,000 square metres, as well as two arenas and four theatres for international entertainment performances, with a total seating capacity of over 25,000.

Through efforts such as holding overseas roadshows and launching initiatives that promote the integration of sports, culture, and tourism, Sands China remains focused on enriching the visitor experience and raising the benchmark for hospitality, entertainment and gourmet experiences in Macao to attract international visitors.

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian^® Macao, The Plaza^® Macao, The Parisian^® Macao and The Londoner Macao^®. The Company also owns and operates Sands^® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

Media contacts:
Corporate Communications, Sands China Ltd.
Mabel Wu
Tel: +853 8118 2268
Email: mabel.wu@sands.com.mo 

Jesse Chiang
Tel: +853 8118 2054
Email: jesse.chiang@sands.com.mo

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FAQ

How many visitors has Sands China welcomed to its Macao properties?

Sands China has welcomed over 1.1 billion visitors to its Macao properties, marking a significant milestone in the company's more than two decades of development.

What is the total investment of Sands China in Macao?

Sands China has invested over MOP 134.5 billion in Macao, contributing to the city's development as a world center of tourism and leisure.

How many employees does Sands China have in Macao?

Sands China employs 27,000 team members and works with over 2,500 suppliers in Macao.

What facilities does Sands China operate in Macao?

Sands China operates integrated resorts featuring over 10,000 hotel rooms, 150 dining options, 760 retail outlets, two arenas, and four theatres with a total seating capacity exceeding 25,000.

When did Sands China first enter the Macao market?

Sands China entered the Macao market in 2004 with the opening of Sands Macao, the city's first hotel and entertainment complex of its type.