Marina bay sands, awarded by its community programs
1. Marina Bay Sands, awarded by its community programs in
the Partnership for Social Impact Awards of the
organization AmCham Singapore
Singapore, November 28th, 2013 – Marina Bay Sands of Singapore has been selected as
this year’s winner in the first Partnership for Social Impact Awards, organized by AmCham
Singapore. Of the 16 organizations who applied, Marina Bay Sands was the winner for its
community programmes, hiring practices, training and mentoring programs, which have
created employment opportunities and improved livelihoods for target beneficiaries in
Singapore. These initiatives are demonstrated by the company’s impactful partnership with
Metta School and the Singapore Association for the Deaf.
AmCham Singapore is the largest foreign business chamber in Singapore. It represents over
25 billion Singapore Dollars (around 15 billion Euros) in investments in Singapore and the
region. Its 5,000 members represent more than 750 companies and organises more than
250 business events per year and 13 industry-focused committees. This year, AmCham
Singapore celebrates its 40th anniversary. The organization has the aim of promoting the
interest of its members in the Asian country and the rest of the region, providing advocacy,
networking opportunities and business insights.
About Las Vegas Sands
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) is the world's leading developer and operator of Integrated Resorts. Our
collection of Integrated Resorts in Asia and the United States feature state of the art convention and exhibition
facilities, premium accommodations, world-class gaming and entertainment, destination retail and dining
including celebrity chef restaurants, and many other amenities.
In Macao, through our majority-owned subsidiary Sands China Ltd., the company owns and operates a portfolio
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of properties on Macao's Cotai Strip, including The Venetian Macao, Four Seasons Hotel Macao, and Sands
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Cotai Central. The company also owns and operates the Sands Macao on the Macao Peninsula. In Singapore,
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the company owns and operates Marina Bay Sands , the iconic Integrated Resort located in the city-state's
downtown Marina Bay district.
Our properties in the United States include The Venetian® and The Palazzo® on the Las Vegas Strip and
Sands® Bethlehem in Eastern Pennsylvania.
Las Vegas Sands is committed to global sustainability through its Sands Eco 360 program and is an active
community partner through its various charitable organizations.
2. About Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd.
Marina Bay Sands is the leading business, leisure and entertainment destination in Asia. It features large and
flexible convention and exhibition facilities, 2,560 hotel rooms and suites, the rooftop Sands SkyPark, the best
shopping mall in Asia, world-class celebrity chef restaurants and an outdoor event plaza. Its two theatres
showcase a range of leading entertainment performances including world-renowned Broadway shows.
Completing the line-up of attractions is ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands which plays host to permanent
and marquee exhibitions.