This week, the gaming giant broke ground on a massive $8 billion expansion of Marina Bay Sands, launching what executives are calling a “next-generation integrated resort.” Dubbed “Tower 4” internally, the development is no simple add-on. It’s a bold reimagining of what ultra-luxury hospitality means in Asia-Pacific.
The new 55-story tower will house 570 top-tier suites, a 15,000-seat live entertainment arena, and an additional 200,000 square feet of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) space. Guests can also expect a signature rooftop SkyLoop experience with 360-degree views of Singapore’s skyline.
Construction is set to wrap in 2030, with full operations launching in early 2031.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who attended the groundbreaking, called the project a “new chapter” in Singapore’s vision for its southern waterfront. Officials estimate the expansion could generate over S$500 million in annual tourism receipts, not to mention a slew of jobs in hospitality, construction, and entertainment.
Sands Chairman and CEO Robert Goldstein called the development a “standalone statement piece” rather than just an expansion. COO Patrick Dumont highlighted its uncompromising focus on design, scale, and experience over sheer size.
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Environmentally, the project promises sustainability at scale: low-carbon concrete, recycled steel, energy-efficient design, and an automated waste-management system. Since 2010, Sands has invested over $15 billion into Singapore. This new project cements the island nation’s role as a global casino and luxury tourism hub—and reaffirms Sands’ long game in Asia.
As Macau stabilizes and Japan remains uncertain, Singapore is emerging as Sands’ flagship market outside the U.S.
