Montego Bay, Jamaica

Sangster International Airport | MBJ

Vantage is an equity investor in MBJ Airports Limited, the company that manages Montego Bay Sangster International Airport, an award-winning tourism gateway to Jamaica and the busiest airport in the country.

The outside of the Sangster International Airport, with a large "I (heart) Montego Bay" sign outside the entrance.

An aerial shot of the Montego Bay airport in Jamaica.

A terminal check-in gate with lots of travelers.

A large art installation over an airport bar in Montego Bay Airport.

Expanded Routes and Infrastructure

Through a technical services agreement, Vantage led many projects to improve the passenger experience at MBJ, from managing the financial transition to private management to leading the construction of expanded airport facilities.

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The Gateway to Jamaica

Named the Caribbean’s leading airport for 15 consecutive years, MBJ is a source of local pride and an important economic contributor.

4.5M

Total passengers in 2025

60

International destinations served

7500

Jamaicans employed at MBJ

$400M

Contribution to the Jamaican economy in the 20 years since privatization

Anatomy of an Airport Transformation

Vantage’s expertise in airport development and operation helped transform MBJ into an award-winning airport.

Transition from public to private investment and management

Vantage and its partners managed all aspects of the transition from public operation to private management of the airport by MBJ Airports.

Essential infrastructure upgrades

Vantage led all phases of financing, project management, and construction of the airport’s runway overlay, a new airfield emergency fire hall, an aircraft refueling system, and an additional 18 passenger loading bridges.

Guest experience enhancements

Commercial space for shopping, restaurants, and amenities has expanded by 158% at the airport, and grown to include the Caribbean’s first walk-through duty free boutique and an immersive Jamaican-inspired retail and food & beverage experience.

New airlines and services

Working with partners, MBJ significantly diversified its airline relationships and international destinations to maximize year-round tourism.

This upgrade to Automated Border Control Systems will not only reduce passenger queuing but also lay the foundation for a future-ready airport that can accommodate the growing demands of air travel. The implementation of these technological advancements represents a significant leap forward in our ongoing efforts to redefine the passenger experience.

Shane Munroe

CEO, MBJ Airports Limited

Participants begin the MBJ Airports Charity Run/Walk, crossing the start line at Sangster International Airport in Jamaica. Runners in colorful athletic gear move down the roadway beneath a large “START” banner, with event flags, sponsor signage, airport facilities, and perimeter fencing visible in the background.

Running for a Cause: MBJ’s Record-Breaking Charity Run/Walk

Sangster International Airport held its fifth annual Charity Run/Walk, part of its longstanding community engagement efforts focused on education, youth, sustainable development, and community growth.

Each year, funds raised go directly to members of the community in need, supporting essentials like new computers for mathematics labs and tuition assistance. In 2025, the event broke records across the board, welcoming 110 sponsors, more than 3,000 participants, and raising a record $190,000, half of which was allocated to rebuilding two schools in Western Jamaica impacted by Hurricane Melissa, which struck the island in October. The event reflects MBJ’s deep investment in the people and communities it serves.

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