Outstanding Business Achievement Award
Hamilton Chamber of Commerce (2019)
Hamilton, Canada
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport | YHM
Vantage Group, the 100% owner of YHM through a long-term lease with the City of Hamilton, has played a pivotal role in transforming the airport into Canada’s largest overnight express cargo hub with 24/7 operations.
A Community Asset with National Importance
YHM has been a member of the Vantage network since 1996, when it transitioned from local municipal to private operation. Today, Vantage Group is a 100% shareholder in TradePort International, which manages the airport through a long-term lease with the City of Hamilton.
Vantage Group manages all aspects of airport operations at YHM including terminal management and operations, runways, taxiways, related airfield infrastructure, aircraft emergency response, parking and ground transportation, and cargo operations.
YHM is Canada’s largest overnight express cargo airport, offering 24/7 operations, competitive fees, and a strategic location for dedicated cargo service to destinations within Canada, the U.S. and Europe.
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Key Investments in Airfield Infrastructure
To ensure long-term cargo competitiveness, YHM has built strong partnerships with an established customer base of carriers, including Amazon, Canada Post, Cargojet, DHL, Purolator, and UPS.
Challenge
When the global pandemic halted global air travel, YHM refocused efforts on airfield and cargo infrastructure enhancements to ensure the airport remained a critical link in Canada’s supply chain as e-commerce activity surged especially for high-value, time-sensitive goods including pharmaceuticals
Solution
YHM and the Vantage team tapped into federal and provincial programs to help fund and accelerate critical airfield infrastructure upgrades to remain competitive, including major taxiway rehabilitation essential for handling large transport aircraft. Vantage has invested $453 million (CAD) in YHM since 1996.
Results
With a combination of active airport marketing, strong carrier relationships, prudent land leasing and optimization, and a robust capital plan, YHM has become Canada’s busiest overnight cargo airport, facilitating the movement of 746 million kilograms or 966,000 US tons of goods in 2023. Airport tenants and partners have invested millions of dollars in infrastructure at the YHM, including on-airport sort and fulfillment centers, creating hundreds of local jobs.
A Powerful Economic Engine and Community Partner
Vantage has been investing in YHM’s economic and community vitality since the airport first joined the network in 1996.
$453M
Vantage investment in YHM since 1996 (CAD)
4700
Airport jobs created
$1.5B
Total economic output from airport activity (CAD)
$90k
In-kind and financial contributions to community partners and programs (CAD)
Affordable Travel for Southern Ontario Residents
With a focus on partnerships with low-cost carriers, YHM is also an affordable local airport alternative for the eight million-plus residents of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area seeking to fly across Canada or to sunny southern destinations.
The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is a key transportation hub not just for the Greater Hamilton Area, but for much of Southwestern Ontario. It connects us with family and friends, helps us discover new destinations, and is a pivotal trade corridor for many Hamilton businesses. This funding will enhance airport safety for travelers, air crews and airport workers, while supporting jobs and our regional economy.
Accolades for John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
Level 1 Mapping Certification
Airports Council International: Airport Carbon Accreditation (2023)
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