responses, such as managing transportation hubs during wildfires.“We worked with communities like the city of Dryden, helping to evacuate Indigenous community members to shelters in southern Ontario,” Gervais recounts. STREAMLINED MANAGEMENT AND STRATEGIC CONSTRUCTION Effective airport management requires a multifaceted approach, especially when dealing with limited staff and resources. Gervais explains how Loomex Group addresses these challenges by leveraging a broad support network. “If we go in to run an airport and put our manager in place, we have safety management, compliance specialists, business development and marketing experts, and finance specialists at their fingertips,” he says. This structure ensures that even small airports can benefit from the collective expertise of Loomex Group’s comprehensive team. In contrast to municipalities that might struggle with limited resources, Loomex Group provides a robust backup system.“If our manager is off sick, we can put another manager in place to support the airport,” he adds, ensuring seamless operations and quick responses to any incidents or special events. Gervais also highlights the cost-effectiveness of this model. “It’s very affordable because, although we might have a fee for managing compliance separate from our contract, in most cases, these are just multiple resources that our manager on-site can call and get help,” he states.This integrated approach allows for efficient and effective management, ensuring that airports operate smoothly and safely, regardless of size or location. On the construction front, Loomex Group takes a strategic approach.“Safety is always the top priority,” Gervais asserts. When developing a master plan, Loomex identifies critical infrastructure needs, such as runway conditions and lighting systems. Many municipal airports have aging infrastructure, with runway lighting systems that are 30 to 40 years old. 5 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 09 LOOMEX GROUP
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