Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) has awarded the construction contract for the US$8 billion expansion of its iconic Singapore integrated resort Marina Bay Sands (MBS) to local developer Woh Hup (Private) Limited – a decision it says reinforces its commitment to supporting Singaporean companies.
Following a comprehensive competitive tender process that involved a number of leading construction firms across the region, LVS said it chose Who Hup for its strong technical capabilities, proven track record in complex projects and depth in engineering and design management.
Woh Hup will lead the construction of the ultra-luxury development, slated for completion in 2030 and representing a significant milestone in LVS’s long-term investment in Singapore.
“Woh Hup has played a defining role in shaping Singapore’s development and we are pleased to work with a local company that has contributed to many of the nation’s iconic landmarks,” said LVS Chairman and CEO Patrick Dumont.
“This appointment further reinforces our commitment to ensuring Singaporean companies continue to benefit from our long-term presence and future growth, creating opportunities that extend across local industries and the broader economy. This milestone marks an important step as we advance our ambitious vision for the next chapter of Las Vegas Sands.”
Further highlighting its contributions to the local economy, LVS said that MBS generated SG$2.64 billion (US$2.06 billion) in annual business spending in 2025, with 90.8% of procurement directed to Singapore-based enterprises.
It also referenced a recently commissioned Economic Impact Assessment conducted by Enright, Scott & Associates Limited which found that MBS contributed an estimated 1.2% to Singapore’s Gross Domestic Product in 2025.
The property welcomed over 36 million visitors, hosted more than 2,000 MICE events and received nearly 1.4 million delegates at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre over the course of the year.
“Our economic contribution reflects the trust Singapore has placed in Marina Bay Sands and the many local partners, businesses and workers who help power our operations every day,” said Dumont. “It also underscores the scale of Marina Bay Sands’ economic footprint and the breadth of industries that benefit from our presence – from tourism and hospitality to retail, entertainment and the wider supply chain. We remain strongly committed to contributing positively to Singapore’s economy in a way that is sustainable and in step with the country’s long-term ambitions.”
Once complete the MBS “IR2” expansion project will feature a soaring all-suite luxury hotel tower capped with signature rooftop and dining experiences, luxury retail boutiques, gaming, holistic spa and wellness amenities, approximately 200,000 square feet of premium meeting space and a purpose-built 15,000-seat arena.
Kim Yong, Chairman, Woh Hup (Private) Limited, said, “We are privileged to be appointed as the main contractor for Las Vegas Sands’ new ultra luxury development, a project that will stand as a new symbol of Singapore’s ambition and global stature. As a Singaporean company with deep roots in the nation’s built environment, Woh Hup is proud to bring our experience, innovation and passion for quality to this iconic development.”
Founded in 1927, Woh Hup is one of Singapore’s largest privately owned construction and civil engineering companies and has been instrumental in building many of Singapore’s most notable developments including Gardens by the Bay and Jewel Changi Airport.
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