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- Sangster International Airport (SIA) is the largest of two international airports in Jamaica, and is ideally located in the heart of the primary tourism destination region.
- Approximately 95% of Total Passengers at SIA are passengers travelling internationally.
- Of the approximately 1.7 million annual visitors to Jamaica, 72% use SIA as their primary airport.
- Peak arriving and departing capacity is 4,200 passengers per hour.
News Releases
News releases are available in this section to members of the media. For further information please contact:
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MBJ Airports Limited
Sangster International Airport
Montego Bay
Jamaica
Phone: (876) 952-3124
Frontier Airlines Begins Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Dallas-Fort Worth – May 24, 2023
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – May 22, 2023 – Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) launched nonstop service today from Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). With the new service, Frontier operates a total of 10 routes from Jamaica.
Official Opening for Dufry duty free store at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica – May 4, 2023
Following the completion of its new 1,586 m² main duty-free stores at Sangster International Airport (SIA), representatives of Dufry, MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ), and other dignitaries met on April 27th for its official inauguration.
Frontier Airlines Begins Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Chicago, Denver and St. Louis – Feb 24, 2023
Frontier Airlines Begins Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Chicago, Denver and St. Louis
MBJ Airports Limited Launhces its Customer Experience (CX) Programme with Award Ceremony – Feb 11, 2023
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 10 February 2023/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, launched its Customer Experience Transformation Programme (MBJ|CX) on Wednesday February 8, 2023.
MBJ Kicks off the year by Awarding J$4.5M in Academic Grants – Jan 23, 2023
MBJ Kicks off the year by Awarding J$4.5M in Academic Grants
Travel Advisory - Departing Passengers required to check in at least 3 hours before scheduled departure time. Additional travel time to the airport should be considered. – Jan 8, 2023
Departing Passengers required to check in at least 3 hours before scheduled departure time. Additional travel time to the airport should be considered.
MBJ Accredited in Level 2 Airport Council International Carbon Accreditation Programme – Dec 20, 2022
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 19 December 2022/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, has obtained Level 2 certification in Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This after the company demonstrated reduction in its carbon emissions from sources owned and under its direct control for the 2021 period compared with 2019. 2019 carbon emissions figures being used as the base year for pre-pandemic emissions.
MBJ Airports Limited officially opens its New Departures Expansion – Dec 15, 2022
MBJ Airports Limited officially opens its New Departures Expansion
Neos Airline resumes service between Milan and Montego Bay – Nov 20, 2022
Neos Airline resumes service between Milan and Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport Full-Scale Emergency Exercise – November 7, 2022 – Nov 7, 2022
Sangster International Airport Full-Scale Emergency Exercise – November 7, 2022
Frontier Airlines Announces Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Chicago, Denver, and St. Louis – Oct 4, 2022
Frontier Airlines Announces Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Chicago, Denver, and St. Louis
Flight Cancellations due to Inclement Weather in Florida September 29 - October 1, 2022 – Sep 29, 2022
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 29 September 2022 // MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport, continues to monitor the projected path of Hurricane Ian and its effect on the operations of our airline partners.
Sangster International Airport 2022 - 5K/10K Charity Run-Walk a Success – Sep 16, 2022
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 15 September 2022/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, on Saturday, September 10, 2022, hosted the second staging of its 5K and 10K Charity Run/Walk. The event which was first held in 2019 and had attracted over 700 persons, has grown significantly with more than 1,400 registered participants and 60 corporate sponsors for the 2022 staging. The 2022 charity event raised USD 30,500 which will provide academic scholarships for airport staff, children of airport staff, and others in surrounding communities.
SIA Named Caribbean’s Leading Airport for 14th Consecutive Year at World Travel Awards – Sep 1, 2022
SIA Named Caribbean’s Leading Airport for 14th Consecutive Year at World Travel Awards
CAYMAN AIRWAYS RESUMES SERVICE FROM GRAND CAYMAN TO SANGSTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, MONTEGO BAY – Aug 10, 2022
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 4 August 2022/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, is delighted to welcome the return of Cayman Airways non-stop service from Grand Cayman to Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay.
RESUMPTION OF PRE-PAID VISA CREDIT CARD SERVICES. – Jul 6, 2022
RESUMPTION OF PRE-PAID VISA CREDIT CARD SERVICES.
FRONTIER AIRLINES EXPANDS CONNECTIONS FROM THE USA TO JAMAICA WITH THE COMMENCEMENT OF NEW SERVICES FROM TAMPA, FLORIDA. – Jun 27, 2022
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 24 June 2022/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, welcomed Frontier Airlines’ new non-stop flight from Tampa, Florida.
AMERICAN AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW DIRECT SERVICE FROM AUSTIN, TEXAS TO MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – Jun 4, 2022
AMERICAN AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW DIRECT SERVICE FROM AUSTIN, TEXAS TO MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
RESUMPTION OF AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES – FLIGHT OPERATIONS FRIDAY 13 MAY – May 12, 2022
RESUMPTION OF AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES – FLIGHT OPERATIONS FRIDAY 13 MAY
SUSPENSION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (ATC) SERVICES – FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS – May 12, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SUSPENSION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (ATC) SERVICES – FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS Montego Bay, Jamaica, 12 May 2022// MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport (SIA) wishes to advise of flight cancellations today as of 10:00am, 12 May 2022 due to the suspension of air traffic services. Please check https://www.mbjairport.com/flight-information for flight updates. MBJ Airports Limited recommends that passengers and industry partners make contact with the airlines regarding flight operations prior to transiting to the airport. Airline contact information is listed on the MBJ website at https://www.mbjairport.com/international-airlines. About MBJ Airports: MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record of 4.7m passengers used the airport in 2019. MBJ operates SIA under a 30-year concession awarded in 2003 and the airport provides employment to more than 7,500 persons. SIA has been named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport by World Travel Awards for 14 years. Media Inquiries: Sharon Hislop, Manager, Commercial Development & Marketing T: +1 876 952 3124 | E: shislop@mbjairport.com | www.mbjairport.com
SUSPENSION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (ATC) SERVICES – May 12, 2022
SUSPENSION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (ATC) SERVICES Montego Bay, Jamaica, 12 May 2022// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, has been informed by Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) that due to limited staffing available to work at the Kingston Air Traffic Control Centre (KATCC), JCAA will be suspending air traffic services at 10:00am, today, May 12, 2022. This will impact all arrivals and departures at SIA as at 10am. Operations will resume once the situation is resolved. About MBJ Airports: MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record of 4.7m passengers used the airport in 2019. MBJ operates SIA under a 30-year concession awarded in 2003 and the airport provides employment to more than 7,500 persons. SIA has been named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport by World Travel Awards for 14 years. Media Inquiries: Sharon Hislop, Manager, Commercial Development & Marketing T: +1 876 952 3124 | E: shislop@mbjairport.com | www.mbjairport.com
Reminder to arrive at airport 3 hours prior to schedule departure time for check - in – Apr 5, 2022
Reminder to arrive at airport 3 hours prior to schedule departure time for check - in
RUNWAY EXTENSION WORKS AWARDED TO LAGAN AVIATION & INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED – Feb 9, 2022
RUNWAY EXTENSION WORKS AWARDED TO LAGAN AVIATION & INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Flight Cancellations - Sunday 30 January – Jan 30, 2022
Flight Cancellations - Sunday 30 January
Flight Cancellations - Saturday 29 January 2022 – Jan 28, 2022
Flight Cancellations - Saturday 29 January 2022
Air Travel Vaccination Requirements to the United States for Non-U.S. citizen & Non-U.S. immigrants – Nov 17, 2021
Air Travel Vaccination Requirements to the United States for Non-U.S. citizen & Non-U.S. immigrants
Eurowings Discover Expands Connections from Europe to Jamaica with commencement of new services from Frankfurt, Germany – Nov 3, 2021
Eurowings Discover Expands Connections from Europe to Jamaica with commencement of new services from Frankfurt, Germany
Frontier Airlines Expands Connections from the United States to Jamaica with commencement of new services from Atlanta and Orlando. – Nov 2, 2021
Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, welcomed Frontier’s direct flights from Atlanta and Orlando.
Sangster International Airport named Caribbean Leading Airport - WTA 2021 – Oct 18, 2021
Sangster International Airport named Caribbean Leading Airport - WTA 2021
Sangster International remains open during No Movement Days and Curfew Hours – Aug 21, 2021
Sangster International remains open during No Movement Days and Curfew Hours
Cancellations and delays due to weather – Aug 17, 2021
Cancellations and delays due to weather
Jamaica Welcomes Millionth Passenger – Aug 15, 2021
Jamaica Welcomes Millionth Passenger
Jamaica Welcomes TUI Group Resumption of Scheduled Service from Manchester, Birmingham, and London-Gatwick, England – Jul 22, 2021
Jamaica Welcomes TUI Group Resumption of Scheduled Service from Manchester, Birmingham, and London-Gatwick, England
Jamaica welcomes new service from Edelweiss from Zurich, Switzerland – Jul 5, 2021
Jamaica welcomes new service from Edelweiss from Zurich, Switzerland
Jamaica welcomes Condor's resumed services from Frankfurt, Germany – Jul 4, 2021
Jamaica welcomes Condor's resumed services from Frankfurt, Germany
Cancellations and delays due to Tropical Storm Elsa – Jul 4, 2021
Cancellations and delays due to Tropical Storm Elsa
Hurricane Elsa Tracking – Jul 2, 2021
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 04 July 2021 // MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport, continues to monitor the projected path of Hurricane Elsa and its effect on the operations of our airline partners. The Sangster International Airport remains open for normal operations. Further updates will be provided as we have more information.
Sangster International Airport, UNDP, ACI-LAC and DHL Collaborate on Disaster Preparedness Training in Jamaica – May 13, 2021
Sangster International Airport, UNDP, ACI-LAC and DHL Collaborate on Disaster Preparedness Training in Jamaica
Request for Proposal - Pre-Security; Food & Beverage and Specialty Retail Concepts – Apr 1, 2021
MBJ Airports Limited, operator of the Caribbean’s Leading Airport – Sangster International Airport (MBJ) invites proposals for Food & Beverage concepts in the Pre-security Departures Terminal
COVID-19 testing facility at Sangster International Airport – Jan 27, 2021
COVID-19 testing facility at Sangster International Airport
Jamaica Welcomes Special Chartered Service from Nigeria. – Dec 23, 2020
Montego Bay, Jamaica // Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, welcomed a special flight from Nigeria, Africa. P4 Flight # 7812 B772, a charter operated by Air Peace on behalf of Tour operator 'Nigerians Travel Too' arrived from Nigeria on Monday, December 21 at 10:05 p.m. carrying 132 passengers and 19 crew members.
Jet Blue Expands Connections from the United States to Jamaica – Nov 21, 2020
Jet Blue Expands Connections from the United States to Jamaica with commencement of new services from Raleigh, Durham (RDU) and Newark Liberty Airport (EWR)
Request for Proposal - Pre-Security; Food & Beverage and Specialty Retail Concepts – Nov 6, 2020
Request for Proposal - Pre-Security; Food & Beverage and Specialty Retail Concepts
MBJ Announces Successful proponents to form part of the New Retail Program Sep 2 – Sep 2, 2020
MBJ Announces Successful proponents to form part of the New Retail Program Sep 2
COVID-19 test required as at August 20 – Aug 18, 2020
COVID-19 test required as at August 20
British Airways announces new London Gatwick to Montego Bay service – Jul 23, 2020
British Airways announces new London Gatwick to Montego Bay service
MBJ Airports Limited donates JM$3 Million in Equipment to Cornwall Regional Hospital – Jul 3, 2020
MBJ Airports Limited donates JM$3 Million in Equipment to Cornwall Regional Hospital
MBJ - New operating protocols – Jun 14, 2020
MBJ - New operating protocols
MBJ Implements New Operating Protocols & Welcomes First International Arriving Flight Since Opening of Border – Jun 9, 2020
MBJ Implements New Operating Protocols & Welcomes First International Arriving Flight Since Opening of Border
Advisory - Re-entry of Jamaican Citizens – Apr 23, 2020
Advisory - Re-entry of Jamaican Citizens
Sangster International Airport remains operational – Mar 15, 2020
Sangster International Airport remains operational
MBJ AIRPORTS LIMITED EMPLOYS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO COVID – 19 – Mar 14, 2020
MBJ AIRPORTS LIMITED EMPLOYS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO COVID – 19
Sangster International Airport remains operational with some Travel Restrictions – Mar 14, 2020
Sangster International Airport remains operational with some Travel Restrictions
MBJ Airports Limited appoints Montegonian as its first Jamaican CEO – Feb 19, 2020
MBJ Airports Limited appoints Montegonian as its first Jamaican CEO
Sangster International Airport continues normal operation despite earthquake – Jan 28, 2020
Sangster International Airport continues normal operation despite earthquake
Request for Proposal - 29 Specialty Retail & Duty Free Jewelery Concession – Dec 27, 2019
Request for Proposal for 29 Concessions; Specialty Retail & Duty Free Jewelery & High end Cigar & Liquor
LATAM Airlines commences direct service from Lima to Montego Bay – Dec 6, 2019
LATAM Airlines commences direct service from Lima to Montego Bay
Automation of the Public Car Park – Dec 4, 2019
The public car parks will be automated in the coming weeks - learn the step by step process on how to use this new system.
Fatal Accident at Airport – Dec 4, 2019
Fatal Accident at Airport Montego Bay, Jamaica, 04 December, 2019 // Sangster International Airport (SIA). MBJ Airports Limited (“MBJ”) has been made aware of a tragic incident which occurred at the Sangster International Airport on the night of December 3, 2019 in which an employee of a Contractor was fatally injured on site at the Airport. MBJ, along with the authorities have commenced their investigations into the incident. The Airport extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the individual in the wake of this tragedy. About MBJ Airports: MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record 4.5m passengers used the airport in 2018. MBJ operates SIA under a 30-year concession awarded in 2003 and provides employment for approximately 7,000 Jamaicans. SIA has been named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport by World Travel Awards for the past 11 years in a row. Media Inquiries: Sharon Hislop, Manager, Commercial Development & Marketing T: +1 876 952 3124 | E: shislop@mbjairport.com | www.mbjairport.com
Team Sangster 5K Run/Walk - November 30, 6:00 a.m. – Nov 18, 2019
Team Sangster 5K Run/Walk
Team Sangster 5K Run/Walk – Nov 4, 2019
MBJ's Hurricane Dorian Relief Effort
Thomas Cook has ceased trading and all future flights are cancelled – Sep 23, 2019
All affected customers should check the special website www.thomascook.caa.co.uk for more information.
International Coastal Cleanup – Sep 18, 2019
Join Team Sangster for International Coastal Cleanup Day, 21 September 2019 - 8:00a.m. Kent Avenue Beach (Behind the Airport) Come out for a chance to win an airline ticket courtesy of JetBlue
FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS DUE TO HURRICANE DORIAN TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3| 11:30 a.m. – Sep 4, 2019
FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS DUE TO HURRICANE DORIAN TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3| 11:30 a.m.
FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS DUE TO HURRICANE DORIAN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2| 12:55 p.m. – Sep 3, 2019
FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS DUE TO HURRICANE DORIAN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2| 12:55 p.m. MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport continues to monitor Hurricane Dorian and its effect on the operations of our Airline partners. We have received notification of the following flight cancellations from the Airlines listed below: JETBLUE 1800 538 2583 Monday, September 2 B62427/B6 2126 - Ft. Lauderdale Monday, September 2 B6 1127/B6 926 - Ft. Lauderdale SOUTHWEST 1 800 425 8130/1 800 435 9792 Monday, September 2 SWA1112/SWA 1113 - Ft. Lauderdale Monday, September 2 SWA 583/ SWA 1025 - Ft. Lauderdale SPIRIT 1 877 211 1546/ 1 801 401 2299 Monday, September 2 NK 833/NK 270 - Ft. Lauderdale INTERCARIBBEAN 1 800 572 7628 Monday, September 2 JY 604 - Kingston Passengers are being asked to make contact with the Airlines directly for rebooking and for further flight information. MBJ Airports Limited also recommends that industry partners make contact with the Airlines regarding flight operations prior to transporting guests to the airport.
Request for Proposal - Service Station & Convenience Store – Aug 8, 2019
Request for Proposal - Service Station & Convenience Store
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING re Runway Extension and Associated Works Project - Sangster International Airport Montego Bay, St. James – Jun 10, 2019
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Runway Extension and Associated Works Project Sangster International Airport Montego Bay, St. James
MBJ Inaugurates Upgraded Ticketing Concourse at Sangster International Airport – May 22, 2019
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 22 May, 2019 // MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, hosted a forum and official opening ceremony for the newly renovated Ticketing Concourse at Sangster International Airport (SIA) on Friday 17 May. The forum commenced at 12pm and concluded with a ribbon-cutting ceremony presided over by government and aviation officials. Those in attendance included: the Honourable Minister of Transport and Mining, Robert Montague; His Worship Councillor Homer Davis, Mayor of Montego Bay; Custos of St. James Bishop Conrad Pitkin; Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) Chairman William Shagoury; AAJ President and CEO Audley Deidrick; and MBJ Airports Limited’s CEO Dr. Rafael Echevarne. “We are at a very interesting point in the airport’s ongoing development and we’re making great progress as we transform the infrastructure, systems and service to that of a world class facility, while simultaneously creating a uniquely Jamaican “Irie Airport Experience,” commented MBJ Airports CEO Rafael Echevarne. “The refurbishment of the ticketing hall is a very visible part of MBJ’s tireless commitment to making Sangster International Airport as safe, user-friendly and efficient as humanly possible,” Echevarne added. MBJ plans to spend USD 29m in 2019 and USD 112m over the next five years on infrastructure improvements at Sangster International Airport. This is in addition to the USD 230m spent between 2003 and 2018. About MBJ Airports: MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record 4.5m passengers used the airport in 2018. MBJ operates SIA under a 30-year concession awarded in 2003 and provides employment for approximately 7,000 Jamaicans. SIA has been named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport by World Travel Awards for the past 11 years in a row. Media Inquiries: Sharon Hislop, Manager, Commercial Development & Marketing T: +1 876 952 3124 | E: shislop@mbjairport.com | www.mbjairport.com
Airport Forum Presentation – May 20, 2019
MBJ hosted its annual airport forum on Friday, March 17,2019. The content of all presentations delivered at the forum are embedded for public review.
MBJ - World Travel Awards Winner for Caribbean's Leading Airport for 11th consecutive year – Feb 13, 2019
Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, was named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport for the eleventh year in a row at the World Travel Awards (WTA) hosted at Sandals Montego Bay on 28 January.
MBJ's 15th Anniversary Magazine – Feb 5, 2019
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Montego Bay welcomes Swoop’s sold-out inaugural flight from Hamilton – Dec 18, 2018
CALGARY, AB – December 16, 2018/CNW/ - Today Swoop celebrates its first international flight from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
MBJ Hosts 24th Art of Reggae Exhibition and “Trashion Show” with Headliner Agent Sasco – Dec 1, 2018
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 1 December, 2018 // MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, hosted the 24th Art of Reggae Exhibition, a “Trashion Show”, dance and musical performances headlined by Agent Sasco on Friday 30 November, 2018. The event was held as the culmination of year-long celebrations marking MBJ’s 15th anniversary as operator of SIA and featured the Art of Reggae Exhibition displaying the top -100 selections of the International Reggae Poster Contest, a “Trashion Show” presenting apparel made from recycled materials designed by members of the airport staff and performances by a dance troupe from Edna Manley College, Tennshann Invasion Band and headliner Agent Sasco who thrilled fans with back-to-back hits throughout his hour-long set. The courtyard outside the departures terminal surrounding the new I Love Montego Bay sign was transformed for the soiree with a stage and red carpet and tents displaying the reggae posters. Proceedings kicked off with the announcement of winners of the School Art Competition, organized in a partnership between MBJ and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, which had poster and 3D/Mosaic categories at the primary and secondary levels. Cornwall College’s piece by Curtis Clennon took the JMD 60,000 first-place prize in the High School Poster contest with St. Thomas Technical taking the JMD 30,000 second-place prize. Burmar High took first in the High School 3D/Mosaic category and Green Pond High came in second. Roehampton Primary took first in the Primary Poster contest while Sommerton All Age took second. Independence City Primary came first in the Primary 3D/Mosaic contest while Mona Prep came in second place. The “Trashion Show” followed with contestants representing 10 companies operating at Sangster International Airport. Participants included Judith Williams of Relay and Island News operated by Paradies Lagarde, Stanford Hinds of Guardsman Limited, Tanya Taylor of Jamaica Customs Agency, Samantha Williams of AMSTAR, Joan Pennicot of American Airlines, Jermaine Williams of AJAS Limited, Stacy-Ann Blair of World Duty Free, Tameisha Patterson of Express Catering, Kerry-Ann Miller of Virgin Atlantic Airlines and Jamila Myers of Express Catering. The designer representing Express Catering took first place and walked away with cash prize of JMD 50,000, Virgin Atlantic and VIP Attractions tied for second place and were each awarded JMD 25,000, while American Airlines was placed third and JMD 15,000. The team of judges for both the Student Art Competition and “Trashion Show” was comprised of Judith Moore and Shun Lawton, Education Officers at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Earl’s Fashions & Tailoring CEO Earl Bailey, Airport Coordinator Sharna Mendez and Art Consultant and Curator Gilou Bauer. This was the second year in a row MBJ hosted the Art of Reggae Exhibition, founded by the late Michael “Stylee” Thompson and fellow graphic designer Maria Papaefstathiou to showcase submissions from artists across the globe that pay homage to reggae music and support a vision of building a Reggae Hall of Fame in Downtown Kingston while raising awareness for the Alpha Boys School, a longstanding incubator of world-class musicianship with many legends among its alumni. A submission from Vinicio Sejas of Bolivia was selected as the winning entry of this year’s contest from among 1,060 posters from 582 designers representing 68 nations. “The collaboration with the International Reggae Poster Contest fits perfectly with our vision of creating the Irie Airport Experience.” As the leading entry point for visitors to Jamaica, it’s only natural that we should showcase the work of talented artists from across the world as they pay tribute to this island’s singular music and culture, finally recognized just last week by UNESCO for its invaluable contribution to the world’s musical heritage,” explained MBJ Airports CEO Raphael Echevarne. “We also found this event to be the perfect medium to involve the staff of the wider airport community and the “Trashion Show” was a great way to showcase the talent and creativity of the airport employees. We do hope to have more events to incorporate staff as part of our continued drive to deepen our engagement with the wider Sangster International Airport family,” Echevarne added. Patrons in attendance were treated to a number of giveaways including Samsung tablets and items from Bijoux Jewelers and World Duty Free after following and liking @mbjairport on social media and correctly answering questions posed by the MC. The event was sponsored by SIA concessionaires Express Catering, Club Mobay, Bhavela Jamaica trading as Tuff Gong, Distant Enterprises, operator of Reggae Mart and Casa de Xaymaca, VP Records, Red Stripe, Cellaris, Clear Channel Airports, Y & S Enterprise, operator of Jamaica Heritage & Souvenir Express, Knutsford Express, Caribbean Hub and Global Exchange Services.
Airport Forum Presentation November 30, 2018 – Nov 30, 2018
Airport Forum Presentation November 30, 2018
MBJ welcomes Nordwind Airlines/ Pegas Touristik – Oct 30, 2018
MBJ welcomes Nordwind Airlines/ Pegas Touristik
MBJ Plans Emergency Response Exercise at Sangster International Airport for Thursday 25 October – Oct 22, 2018
MBJ Plans Emergency Response Exercise at Sangster International Airport for Thursday 25 October
SIA Named Caribbean's Leading Airport for 10th Consecutive Year – Sep 26, 2018
SIA Named Caribbean's Leading Airport for 10th Consecutive Year
Pre-paid MasterCard now available at MBJ – Sep 17, 2018
Pre-paid MasterCard now available at MBJ
MBJ Jamaican Showcase – Sep 4, 2018
MBJ Jamaican Showcase
MBJ Airports Introduces State-of-the-Art Surface Cleaning and Paving Equipment to Jamaica – Sep 4, 2018
MBJ Airports Introduces State-of-the-Art Surface Cleaning and Paving Equipment to Jamaica
MBJ Ramp & Taxiway Resurfacing 80% Complete – Sep 4, 2018
MBJ Ramp & Taxiway Resurfacing 80% Complete
NEW TSA RESTRICTION ON POWDERED SUBSTANCES – Jun 29, 2018
Effective June 30th, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will limit the size of packages containing powders in carry-on bags of travellers entering the United States
TSA’s New Restrictions on Powders in Carry-On Luggage – Jun 27, 2018
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 27 June 2018// Effective June 30th, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will limit the size of packages containing powders in carry-on bags of travellers entering the United States.
MBJ Airports Limited unveils commemorative sign – Apr 27, 2018
MBJ Airports Limited unveils commemorative sign
Airport Forum Q1 – Apr 26, 2018
Airport Forum Q1 - 26April2018 - 15th Anniversary Edition
MBJ Airports Limited’s 15th Anniversary Celebrations a hit in Sam Sharpe Square! – Apr 16, 2018
MBJ Airports Limited’s 15th Anniversary Celebrations a hit in Sam Sharpe Square!
MBJ Celebrates 15th Anniversary – Apr 12, 2018
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 12 April 2018 // MBJ Airports will celebrate its 15-year anniversary, the halfway point in its 30-year concession as operator of Sangster International Airport, on Thursday 12 April.
MBJ Kicks Off Pop-up Concert Series at Sangster International Airport with Romain Virgo – Mar 27, 2018
MBJ Kicks Off Pop-up Concert Series at Sangster International Airport with Romain Virgo
Holiday Travel Tips for during Springbreak & Easter – Mar 5, 2018
Holiday Travel Tips during Springbreak & Easter
MBJ Sets New Annual Traffic Record with 4,284,648 Passengers in 2017 – Jan 23, 2018
MBJ Sets New Annual Traffic Record with 4,284,648 Passengers in 2017
MBJ Signs USD 40m Financing Agreement with Scotiabank Jamaica – Jan 9, 2018
MBJ Signs USD 40m Financing Agreement with Scotiabank Jamaica
MBJ Welcomes Knutsford Express to Sangster International Airport – Jan 9, 2018
MBJ Welcomes Knutsford Express to Sangster International Airport
SHOP...WIN....FLY – Dec 14, 2017
Shopping for all seasons
MBJ invests US$ 12 million on Taxiway Improvements – Nov 24, 2017
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 21 November 2017 // MBJ Airports, operator of Sangster International Airport, Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, broke ground this month on a USD 12m taxiway rehabilitation project.
MBJ Unveils New Logo – Nov 24, 2017
Montego Bay, Jamaica 17/11/17 // MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world, is celebrating a new chapter of development by repositioning its brand and unveiling a new logo.
Sangster International Airport awarded 'Caribbean's Leading Airport' – Oct 13, 2017
Sangster International Airport awarded 'Caribbean's Leading Airport'
Airport Forum 2017 – Sep 20, 2017
Airport Forum 2017
Flight cancellations due to Hurricane Irma – Sep 11, 2017
Flight cancellations due to Hurricane Irma
NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATIONS AT MBJ – Sep 10, 2017
NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATIONS ATMBJ
JCAA TO RESUME LIMITED AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AT 11 PM TONIGHT – Sep 9, 2017
JCAA TO RESUME LIMITED AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AT 11 PM TONIGHT
Closure of Airspace extended to 6:59 pm today – Sep 9, 2017
Closure of Airspace extended to 6:59 pm today
Closure of Airspace – Sep 9, 2017
The Airspace remains closed at this time
Flight Cancellations due to Hurricane Irma - Advisory # 2 – Sep 8, 2017
ADVISORY#2 For Immediate Release HURRICANE IRMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2017 | 4:00pm MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport, continues to monitor the projected path of Hurricane Irma and its effect on the operations of our Airline partners. We have received notification of the following flight cancellations from the Airlines listed below: AMERICAN AIRLINES 1 800 744 0006 All Flights to MIA are cancelled as at Friday, September 8 until further notice. CARIBBEAN AIRLINES 1 888 359 2475 Friday, September 08 Saturday September 09 Sunday September 10 BW 030 FLL - MBJ BW 039 MBJ - FLL JETBLUE 1866 963 3014/ 1 800 963 3014 Friday, September 08 B6 926 MBJ-FLL Saturday, September 09 B6 1127 FLL-MBJ B6 926 MBJ-FLL Sunday, September 10 B6 926 MBJ-FLL B6 1127 FLL-MBJ B6 1722 MBJ-MCO B6 1721 MCO-MBJ Monday, September 11 B6 1721 MCO-MBJ SPIRIT AIRLINES 1 877 211 1546 All flights cancelled for Friday, September 8 to Sunday, September 10. SOUTHWEST 1 800 425 8130 (from a landline phone only) / 1 800 435 9792 Saturday, September 9 & Sunday, September 10 WN272/273 MCO-MBJ-MCO WN583/1024 FLL-MBJ-FLL Passengers are being asked to make contact with the Airlines directly for rebooking and for further flight information. MBJ Airports Limited also recommends that industry partners make contact with the Airlines regarding flight operations prior to transporting guests to the airport.
Flight Cancellations - Hurricane Irma – Sep 7, 2017
We have received notification of the following flight cancellations from the Airlines as attached. Passengers are being asked to make contact with the Airlines directly for rebooking and for further flight information. MBJ Airports Limited also recommends that industry partners make contact with the Airlines regarding flight operations prior to transporting guests to the airport.
MBJ Airports to invest USD 12m in taxiway improvements at SIA – Jun 23, 2017
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 23 June 2017 // MBJ Airports Limited is investing USD 12m to improve the taxiway infrastructure at Sangster International Airport (SIA), thereby ensuring the continued safety and efficiency of operations and positioning Jamaica’s leading international gateway for sustained growth.
MBJ Airports Ltd supports Jamaica’s youth with ‘Change for Children’ initiative – May 15, 2017
MBJ Airports supports Jamaica’s youth with ‘Change for Children’ initiative
Sangster International Airport Embellishes Arrivals Terminal with ‘Freestylee’ Posters Sponsored by Spanish Court Montego Bay – Feb 21, 2017
Sangster International Airport Embellishes Arrivals Terminal with ‘Freestylee’ Posters Sponsored by Spanish Court Montego Bay
MBJ Boosts Traffic in 2016 – Jan 18, 2017
MBJ Boosts Traffic 4% in 2016 to a record 3.9 Million passengers
Aiport Forum hosted by MBJ Airports Limited (August 30, 2016) – Aug 8, 2016
Airport Forum
MBJ hosts Airport Council International Developing Nations Airport Assistance Program – Mar 10, 2016
MBJ hosts Airport Council International Developing Nations Airport Assistance Program
Sangster International Transitions to Electronic Boarding Passes – Nov 23, 2015
Sangster International Transitions to Electronic Boarding Passes
Duty Free Shopping on Arrival at Sangster International – Jul 8, 2013
Travellers arriving at Sangster International Airport from other countries can now buy duty-free goods on arrival.
