Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay, Jamaica, has been named Caribbean Airport of the Year in the 10th annual Caribbean Travel Awards.
The announcement, made by Caribbean Journal, the world’s largest website covering Caribbean travel, highlights SIA’s exceptional achievements and transformation into one of the Caribbean’s premier aviation hubs.
In a statement, Alexander Britell, editor-in-chief and founder of Caribbean Journal, declared Sangster International Airport as the standout choice for the prestigious title. Caribbean Journal applauded the airport’s recent makeover, resulting in a superior, more digitized passenger experience, enhanced services, and an upgraded food and beverage offering, featuring the world’s first-ever Bob Marley-branded restaurant.
Notably, the commendation also acknowledged Club MoBay, one of the finest airport lounges in the wider Caribbean, and SIA’s remarkable contribution to the region’s fast-growing airlift networks.
New features and upgraded experience
Earlier this year, the airport debuted several new additions to improve the guest experience.
The new additions included the expansion of the immigration hall and departure lounge, upgraded retail space, and the opening of the highly anticipated Bob Marley (One Love) restaurant. Outside, the airport received a runway extension and widened taxiway, providing more safety and allowing for the accommodation of today’s largest aircraft including the Airbus A-380.
“As Jamaica’s most highly trafficked airport and the first and last thing a stopover visitor experiences of our island, it is critical that the Montgomery Bay facility provides a smooth, seamless, and enjoyable ambiance,” said Ed Bartlett, the island’s Minister of Tourism, said of the upgrades.
Other accolades
Sangster International Airport was also named the Caribbean’s leading airport for the fifteenth consecutive year, at the World Travel Awards earlier this year.
SIA emerged as the winner from a pool of 13 Caribbean competitors nominated for the prestigious award. The accolade was first bestowed on SIA in 2005, again in 2009, and each year to date.
“We are honored to be named the Caribbean’s Leading Airport for the 15th consecutive year,” said Shane Munroe, chief executive officer of MBJ Airports Limited.
“This award is a testament to the dedication and tireless efforts of our entire airport team, and spans all agencies and team members who work diligently to ensure consistently high standards and service excellence. We remain steadfast in our efforts to transform Sangster International Airport to ensure a passenger-centric, sustainable, efficient and safe airport operation.”
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