Port of Oakland container volume on track to finish year strong
Full imports grow 13 months in a row Oakland, Calif. – December 26, 2024: The Port of Oakland’s container business continues to grow. Total cargo volume shot up 10% year-to-date, January through November 2024, compared to the same period in 2023. “We are optimistic that strong container volume will continue through the end of the […]
OAK Airport achieves GBAC STAR accreditation
Oakland, Calif. – December 20, 2024: Oakland Airport (OAK) has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for airport cleanliness. Under the guidance of GBAC, a division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, the airport has implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease prevention in its facilities. […]
Port of Oakland closes 2024 with prestigious awards
Port recognized for excellence in engineering, community engagement, and inclusive workplace practices Oakland, Calif. – December 18, 2024: The Port of Oakland was honored to recently receive two awards that reflect its commitment to innovation, community engagement, and workplace equity. American Council of Engineering Companies Client/Agency of the Year The Port of Oakland received the […]
Port of Oakland set to receive $10.5M vehicle electrification grant from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Port partners with United Parcel Service to expand zero-emissions freight throughout Bay Area Oakland, Calif. – December 17, 2024: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $10.5 million award for the Port of Oakland under its Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grant program. The grant will replace vehicles powered by fossil-fuels with vehicles powered by zero-emissions […]
Port of Oakland makes impact with community investment grants
55 organizations received funding so far in FY2025; more applications sought Oakland, Calif. – December 16, 2024: What do a marsh trail project, an aviation-focused STEAM event, and an Indigenous health and cultural marketplace have in common? They all had Port of Oakland support. Since July 2024, the Port of Oakland has awarded nearly $200,000 […]
Port of Oakland appeals order temporarily blocking use of new airport name
S.F. has no right to stifle competition, officials say Oakland, Calif. – December 12, 2024: The Port of Oakland today filed a Notice of Appeal challenging the district court’s November 12, 2024, order temporarily blocking it from using OAK Airport’s new name. The Port is appealing because Bay Area travelers deserve adequate choices among airports in […]
OAK Airport rings in December holiday travel season
Live music, gift-wrapping station, holiday décor, and more happening at OAK Oakland, Calif. – December 12, 2024: Oakland Airport (OAK) projects that over 500,000 passengers will pass through its terminals for the December holidays. The holiday travel period will be between Friday, December 20 and Monday, January 6. Passenger traffic at OAK is projected to be […]
Port of Oakland A1 rating maintained – Moody’s
Port as primary gateway for Northern California region a key credit strength Oakland, Calif. – December 11, 2024: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (Moody’s) has maintained the Port of Oakland’s senior lien rating at A1 stable. The A1 stable senior bond rating reflects the Port’s strong liquidity, healthy debt service coverage ratio, manageable capital spending and […]
First of 16 new retail stores opens at OAK
East Bay Trails in Terminal 2 offers convenience, apparel, and locally made goods Oakland, Calif. – December 10, 2024: East Bay Trails, the first of 16 new retail locations coming to Oakland Airport (OAK), is now open for business. The opening comes just in time for December holiday travelers. The new shop is operated by retail […]
Jack London Square tree lighting festival returns
Timeless holiday tradition transforms square into winter wonderland Oakland, Calif. – December 4, 2024: Jack London Square will light up on Saturday, December 7 from 5:45–8 p.m. with the annual free Holiday Tree Lighting Festival. Thousands of lights adorn a 55-foot-tall Shasta Fir tree in the plaza near Plank restaurant and entertainment (98 Broadway). The […]