Sangster International Airport (SIA) has been awarded the Caribbean's Leading Airport 2024 by the esteemed World Travel Awards. This distinguished accolade underscores SIA's unwavering commitment to delivering superior service and operational excellence.
Avelo Airlines Announces Nonstop Service Between Montego Bay and Hartford, Connecticut
MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ) wishes to advise that due to the global technology outage currently being experienced, this has resulted in some flights being cancelled or delayed from the Sangster International Airport.
Resumption of Operations at Sangster International Airport - Thursday July 4, 6:00 p.m.
Montego Bay, Jamaica – July 4, 2024 11:00 A.M.
MBJ Airports Limited, operator of Sangster International Airport, is currently conducting restoration activities of the Airport’s systems and facilities following the passage of Hurricane Beryl for planned reopening of commercial operations at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.
Passengers are urged to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight information and to avoid coming to the Airport until the airlines confirm the operation of their flights.
Airline contact information can be found on MBJ website at International Airlines - Montego Bay Jamaica Airport (mbjairport.com).
All updates on operations at the Sangster international Airport will be posted on the following platforms.
www.mbjairport.com
https://www.facebook.com/mbjairportsltd
https://www.instagram.com/mbjairportsltd/
About Sangster International Airport:
Sangster International Airport (IATA: MBJ, ICAO: MKJS) is an international airport located 3 mi (4.8 km) east of Montego Bay, Jamaica. It serves as the most popular airport for tourists visiting the north coast of Jamaica. The airport is named after former Jamaican Prime Minister Sir Donald Sangster.
About MBJ Airports:
MBJ Airports Limited, the operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record 5.267m passengers used the airport in 2023. 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 16 years.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Additional Flight Operations Tuesday July 2, 2024 due to Hurricane Beryl
Montego Bay, Jamaica – July 2, 2024 2:30 P.M.
The Sangster International Airport will temporarily close tonight, Tuesday, July 2, at 11:59 PM and remain closed throughout Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
To ensure visitors can depart the island prior to the impact of the hurricane, the following Additional Flights will operate today, Tuesday July 2, 2024. Passengers are urged to contact their airline to make changes to their reservations prior to making their way to the airport.
EXTRA FLIGHTS DEPARTING MBJ
AMERICAN AIRLINES 1-800-433-7300/ 1 800 744 0006 www.aa.com
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 AA 9604 Charlotte (CLT) 4:00 PM
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 AA 9607 Miami (MIA) 6:35 PM
SOUTHWEST 1-800-435-9792 www.southwest.com
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 WN 8814 Orlando (MCO) 5:15 PM
AIR TRANSAT 1 (514) 636-3630 www.airtransat.com
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 TS 9517 Toronto (YYZ) 11:20 PM
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 TS 9487 Montreal (YUL) 11:00 PM
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 TS 9485 Montreal (YUL) 9:30 PM
As the airport will be closed on Wednesday July 3, 2024, all flight operations will be cancelled.
Following the hurricane, a comprehensive assessment will be conducted to determine when it is safe to resume operations. Updates will be communicated promptly.
Kindly check with your airline regarding flight resumption, and we again urge passengers to contact airlines for flight confirmation prior to coming to the airport.
Updates on flight operations and the effects of Hurricane Beryl on operations at the Sangster international Airport will be posted on the following platforms.
www.mbjairport.com
https://www.facebook.com/mbjairportsltd
https://www.instagram.com/mbjairportsltd/
https://x.com/MBJAIRPORT
About Sangster International Airport:
Sangster International Airport (IATA: MBJ, ICAO: MKJS) is an international airport located 3 mi (4.8 km) east of Montego Bay, Jamaica. It serves as the most popular airport for tourists visiting the north coast of Jamaica. The airport is named after former Jamaican Prime Minister Sir Donald Sangster.
About MBJ Airports:
MBJ Airports Limited, the operator of Sangster International Airport, connects Jamaica to more than 60 international destinations. A record 5.267m passengers used the airport in 2023. 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 16 years.
Montego Bay, Jamaica – July 2, 2024 12:25 P.M.
In light of the impending threat posed by Hurricane Beryl, Sangster International Airport will temporarily close tonight, Tuesday, July 2, at 11:59 PM. The airport will remain closed throughout Wednesday, July 3, to ensure safety during the hurricane's passage.
Following the hurricane, a comprehensive assessment will be conducted to determine when it is safe to resume operations. Updates will be communicated promptly.
Passengers are urged to contact their airlines directly for flight rescheduling information, and confirmation of flight status before traveling to the airport.
The safety and well-being of our passengers and staff remain our utmost priority and all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure a swift and safe resumption of operations once the hurricane has passed.
Updates on flight operations and the effects of Hurricane Beryl on operations at the Sangster international Airport will be posted on the following platforms.
www.mbjairport.com
https://www.facebook.com/mbjairportsltd
https://www.instagram.com/mbjairportsltd/
https://x.com/MBJAIRPORT
A Hurricane Watch is now in effect for Jamaica. Based on the latest forecast, the island is expected to be impacted by Hurricane Beryl on Wednesday.
MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport, continues to closely monitor the projected path of Hurricane Beryl and its effect on airport and airline operations. Our priority is the well-being of our passengers.
The Sangster International Airport remains open for normal operations. As the airport is advised of any changes to flight operations, including any extra sections or cancellations, these will be published.
Passengers are urged to contact their airline for the latest flight information and to make changes to their reservations prior to making their way to the airport.
Airline information can be found on MBJ website at International Airlines - Montego Bay Jamaica Airport (mbjairport.com).
The runway extension at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay was officially opened on Thursday, May 2, 2024. The US $70 million Runway Extension and Associated Works project significantly advances the aviation capabilities and safety standards at Jamaica’s busiest airport.
MBJ Airports Limited proudly commemorates 21 years of dedicated service excellence, stewarding the remarkable development and world-class transformation of Sangster International Airport on behalf of the Government and People of Jamaica.
MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ), the operators of Sangster International Airport, wishes to advise the public of upcoming changes to vehicular traffic flow at the Departures and Arrivals areas, effective Thursday February 29, 2024.
MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ) is leading the charge in transforming the passenger journey at Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport (SIA), the nation’s primary gateway, renowned as one of the Caribbean’s largest and most modern airports.
Among its latest initiatives, the airport has executed upgrades to the check-in area and passenger processing systems, setting the stage to effectively meet the increasing demands of passengers while optimizing operational efficiency.
The MBJ|CX (customer excellence) Awards ceremony, under the theme “#Exceeding Expectations,” was held at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. Fifty-seven members across 23 companies and government agencies - all members of the Team Sangster community – were nominated, and 35 received awards.
MBJ Airports Limited (“MBJ”), operators of Sangster International Airport herby advises that vehicular traffic to the Departures and Arrivals areas of the airport will be as shown in the diagram below effective January 6, 2024.
Sangster International Airport is ‘Airport of the Year’ in the Caribbean Travel Awards 2024
SIA on major expansion to meet passenger growth
MBJ Airports Limited extended a warm Jamaican welcome to the much-anticipated inaugural flight of Norse Atlantic Airlines from London (Gatwick), UK. The flight touched down at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 5:40 pm.
MBJ Airports Limited has welcomed the inaugural flight of United Airlines from Denver, Colorado, USA to Montego Bay, Jamaica at the Sangster International Airport (SIA).
This new flight arrived at 3:40pm on Saturday, November 4, 2023. It will operate once weekly providing travellers with a convenient and reliable connection between the West Coast of the United States and the pristine shores of Montego Bay.
Approximately 180 students are set to benefit from academic grants after Monday’s staging of the Team Sangster Charity Run/Walk Grants handover ceremony held by MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ), operator of the Sangster International Airport (SIA).
MBJ Airports Limited and Team Sangster 5K/10K Charity Run/Walk Raises Impressive $11 Million towards Academic Grants
Montego Bay welcomes new Southwest Airlines flight from Kansas City
UWI Centre for Marine Sciences gets US$100,000 from Airport Improvement Funds (AIF) for Mangrove Research
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 11 September 2023// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ), hosted its 3rd MBJ Team Sangster Charity Run/Walk on September 10 at the Sangster International Airport.
SIA NAMED CARIBBEAN’S LEADING AIRPORT FOR 15TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR AT WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
The management team of MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport (SIA), have addressed the recent temporary closure of the runway due to construction-related activities. The decision had been made within the framework of their Safety Management Systems, designed to prioritize the safety of all operations.
MBJ Supports Back to School in Whitehouse Community
The management team of MBJ Airports Limited, operators of Sangster International Airport (SIA), have addressed the recent temporary closure of the runway due to construction-related activities. The decision had been made within the framework of their Safety Management Systems, designed to prioritize the safety of all operations.
MBJ Airports Limited, the operator of the Sangster International Airport (SIA), advises that flight operations at SIA are back to normal. Some airlines are operating extra flights to accommodate passengers who were affected by the disruption in operations yesterday.
3:04 PM - 10 August 2023 – Re-opening of Runway – Sangster International Airport Montego Bay, Jamaica, /MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA). Following previous releases regarding the temporary closure of the runway at Sangster International Airport, we now advise that the runway is deemed fit for operations and is now open. We extend appreciation to the traveling public and all stakeholders for your understanding and patience while we worked to ensure the safety of the airport operation.
August 10, 2023
The Runway at the Sangster International Airport is temporarily closed, as such, there will be no flight operations until further notice.
We are working to resolve the issue and will provide further updates.
All departing passengers should check in for their flights as normal.
We apologize for the inconvenience caused and thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 01 July 2023/MBJ Media// Sangster International Airport (SIA), Jamaica’s leading gateway to the world operated by MBJ Airports Limited, anticipates a strong summer season.
With the last three months, from April to June, showing gains above 10% over 2022, the 2023 summer season is anticipated to record an increase in passenger traffic.
The traffic recorded for the last three months represent the highest number of arriving and departing passengers in history at SIA, with over 400,000 total passengers per month. This trend is expected to continue into July and August, resulting in high passenger traffic volume throughout the terminal and airport.
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.
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
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
Departing Passengers required to check in at least 3 hours before scheduled departure time. Additional travel time to the airport should be considered.
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
Neos Airline resumes service between Milan and Montego Bay
Sangster International Airport Full-Scale Emergency Exercise – November 7, 2022
Frontier Airlines Announces Nonstop Service from Montego Bay to Chicago, Denver, and St. Louis
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.
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
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.
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
RESUMPTION OF AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES – FLIGHT OPERATIONS FRIDAY 13 MAY
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
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
RUNWAY EXTENSION WORKS AWARDED TO LAGAN AVIATION & INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Flight Cancellations - Sunday 30 January
Flight Cancellations - Saturday 29 January 2022
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
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
Sangster International remains open during No Movement Days and Curfew Hours
Cancellations and delays due to weather
Jamaica Welcomes Millionth Passenger
Jamaica Welcomes TUI Group Resumption of Scheduled Service from Manchester, Birmingham, and London-Gatwick, England
Jamaica welcomes new service from Edelweiss from Zurich, Switzerland
Jamaica welcomes Condor's resumed services from Frankfurt, Germany
Cancellations and delays due to Tropical Storm Elsa
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
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
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 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
MBJ Announces Successful proponents to form part of the New Retail Program Sep 2
COVID-19 test required as at August 20
British Airways announces new London Gatwick to Montego Bay service
MBJ Airports Limited donates JM$3 Million in Equipment to Cornwall Regional Hospital
MBJ - New operating protocols
MBJ Implements New Operating Protocols & Welcomes First International Arriving Flight Since Opening of Border
Advisory - Re-entry of Jamaican Citizens
Sangster International Airport remains operational
MBJ AIRPORTS LIMITED EMPLOYS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO COVID – 19
Sangster International Airport remains operational with some Travel Restrictions
MBJ Airports Limited appoints Montegonian as its first Jamaican CEO
Sangster International Airport continues normal operation despite earthquake
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
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
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
MBJ's Hurricane Dorian Relief Effort
All affected customers should check the special website www.thomascook.caa.co.uk for more information.
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.
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
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Runway Extension and Associated Works Project
Sangster International Airport
Montego Bay, St. James
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
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.
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.
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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.
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
MBJ welcomes Nordwind Airlines/ Pegas Touristik
MBJ Plans Emergency Response Exercise at Sangster International Airport for Thursday 25 October
SIA Named Caribbean's Leading Airport for 10th Consecutive Year
Pre-paid MasterCard now available at MBJ
MBJ Jamaican Showcase
MBJ Airports Introduces State-of-the-Art Surface Cleaning and Paving Equipment to Jamaica
MBJ Ramp & Taxiway Resurfacing 80% Complete
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
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
Airport Forum Q1 - 26April2018 - 15th Anniversary Edition
MBJ Airports Limited’s 15th Anniversary Celebrations a hit in Sam Sharpe Square!
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
Holiday Travel Tips during Springbreak & Easter
MBJ Sets New Annual Traffic Record with 4,284,648 Passengers in 2017
MBJ Signs USD 40m Financing Agreement with Scotiabank Jamaica
MBJ Welcomes Knutsford Express to Sangster International Airport
Shopping for all seasons
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.
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.
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Flight cancellations due to Hurricane Irma
NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATIONS ATMBJ
JCAA TO RESUME LIMITED AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AT 11 PM TONIGHT
Closure of Airspace extended to 6:59 pm today
The Airspace remains closed at this time
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.
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.
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.
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