Melco International Development Ltd is a Hong Kong–based investment holding company with diversified interests in gaming and entertainment, marine leisure, property development and hotel operations. Established in the mid-20th century under its former name, the company has evolved through a series of strategic acquisitions and rebranding efforts to become a prominent player in Asia’s integrated resort sector. Melco International holds significant equity stakes in its principal operating subsidiaries, allowing it to maintain a strong presence in key growth markets.
Through its majority-owned subsidiary, Melco Resorts & Entertainment, the company develops and operates large-scale integrated resorts, combining gaming, hospitality and entertainment in a single complex. Signature properties include City of Dreams and Studio City in Macau, as well as City of Dreams Manila in the Philippines. These resorts offer a mix of casino gaming, luxury hotels, fine-dining venues, retail outlets and live entertainment, catering to both regional and international tourists.
In addition to its gaming portfolio, Melco International is active in marine leisure, operating high-end yacht marinas and offering pleasure and tourism services along key coastal locations. The company’s property division engages in commercial and residential real estate development and asset management, with projects that complement its hospitality footprint and generate recurring rental income. Melco International’s approach emphasizes integrated mixed-use developments that leverage its operational expertise across multiple service lines.
The company is led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Lawrence Ho, who has guided Melco International’s transformation into a diversified leisure and entertainment conglomerate. A second-generation industry entrepreneur, Mr. Ho has overseen the expansion of the group’s resort portfolio and the deepening of strategic partnerships. Melco International’s board also includes experienced executives in finance, operations and legal affairs, ensuring robust governance and a clear roadmap for sustainable growth in Asia’s dynamic tourism and entertainment markets.
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