Marina Bay Sands (MBS) and parent company Las Vegas Sands have committed more than S$2 million (US$1.5 million) to support hospitality education and workforce development in Singapore.
The funding will support a second run of the Sands Hospitality Scholarship programme from 2026 to 2029, following an earlier US$1 million initiative launched in 2022. The new programme is expected to support more than 160 Singaporean students pursuing hospitality or tourism studies.
An agreement has been signed with seven Institutes of Higher Learning, including the Institute of Technical Education, Nanyang Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic and the Singapore Institute of Technology.
The programme will be complemented by participation in the Singapore Industry Scholarship, supporting 10 undergraduates over the next three years. A separate initiative with TomoWork’s Talent Uplift Programme will provide scholarships for 15 undergraduates with disabilities or those requiring tailored support.
MBS has also provided a S$75,000 contribution to support the initiative, which focuses on improving access to education and career opportunities. The company currently employs 93 persons with disabilities across various roles.
The event included discussions on workplace inclusion and career development within the hospitality sector.
The scholarship programme builds on earlier efforts, which have supported more than 100 students since 2022 through financial assistance and industry exposure.
MBS COO Paul Town shared that the company continues to invest in developing talent for the hospitality sector and is working with education and industry partners to support workforce needs as the business grows.
Shona Ann Lowe, executive director of Casino Training and Game Development at MBS, said: “Every individual can succeed when given the right opportunity and support. Inclusion goes beyond access. It means unlocking opportunities for people to thrive and contribute meaningfully.”
