Port of Oakland gets two big firsts in new Matson service
Oakland, Calif. – August 4, 2021: U.S. shipping line Matson has launched a new vessel service with major implications for the Port of Oakland. The Port said today that Matson’s CCX Service, which began July 27, is noteworthy on two fronts: It’s the first China-to-Oakland service for longtime Port of Oakland carrier Matson. It’s the […]
Port of Oakland looks past pandemic and plans for future
Oakland, Calif. – July 22, 2021: As pandemic restrictions ease, the Oakland Seaport is bursting at the seams with record cargo volume. The traveling public is returning to Oakland International Airport for business and leisure travel, although passenger activity is not yet at pre-pandemic levels. Despite uncertainties, the Port of Oakland (Port) intends to improve its long-term operations by planning for its future business and infrastructure needs. The Port’s business lines include Oakland International Airport (OAK) and […]
Port of Oakland Board gives President Cluver second term
Oakland, Calif. – July 20, 2021: The Port of Oakland’s governing Board has given Andreas Cluver a second term as President. The seven-member Oakland Board of Port Commissioners unanimously selected the East Bay labor leader at a special meeting last week. Mr. Cluver begins a second one-year term next month after first gaining the presidency […]
Zero-emissions truck project launches at Port of Oakland
Oakland, Calif. – July 19, 2021: The Port of Oakland and its logistics partners launched a battery electric truck demonstration project this month on its path to zero emissions at the Oakland Seaport. The Port debuted ten new battery electric trucks at Shippers Transport Express (STE), a Port-based trucking operation. The Peterbilt trucks cost a total of $5.1 million and are used to haul cargo within the Port’s maritime area. Funding for the trucks comes from […]
Port of Oakland volume spiked 11.4 percent in first half ’21
Oakland, Calif. – July 16, 2021: Port of Oakland first half 2021 total cargo volume increased 11.4 percent over 2020 and forecasters envision no letup. The Port said today it handled the equivalent of 1.3 million 20-foot containers in the past six months. If the pace holds, the Port’s year-end volume would surpass 2.6 million […]
Port of Oakland has masks for staff, tenants thanks to gifts
Oakland, Calif. – June 30, 2021 – Port of Oakland staff and tenants combatting coronavirus can get free face masks thanks to two California companies. The Port said today it received 500,000 masks last Tuesday donated by Montebello, Ca-based sustainable clothier BELLA+CANVAS. Oakland trucking company Impact Transportation hauled the cargo to the Port at no […]
Port of Oakland adopts $465.3 million FY 2022 budget as California reopens
Oakland, CA, USA – June 25, 2021: As California reopens and global pandemic uncertainty continues, the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners approved a $465.3 million fiscal year (FY) 2021-22 budget. This is a 7.6% increase from FY 2021 ($432.5 million). “We are proud of all the Port of Oakland employees who have gone above and beyond to help keep us financially solvent and move forward during a once-in-a-hundred-year pandemic,” said Port Board President Andreas Cluver. Maritime activity at Oakland increased […]
Port of Oakland ready to receive another giant container crane
Oakland, CA – June 21, 2021: Another new, towering ship-to-shore crane (STS) is coming to the Port of Oakland this week. The crane will be delivered to the Everport marine terminal at Oakland run by Everport Terminal Services, Inc. (ETS).This investment in a new, STS container crane will enhance the infrastructure and cargo operations at ETS’ terminal in Oakland. The new crane has a lift height from the dock of 170 feet. New container […]
Port of Oakland cargo volume up while vessel congestion continues
Oakland, Calif – June 17, 2021: The Port of Oakland continues to move its cargo volume numbers toward record territory. At the same time, more cargo presents enormous operating challenges for marine terminals and ocean carriers at Oakland and at major ports around the world. The Port reported today that it handled the equivalent of 1.08 million […]
Port of Oakland, others ask $2.25 billion to move freight soot-free
Oakland, Calif. – May 19, 2021: A coalition including the Port of Oakland wants California to spend $2.25 billion on emissions-free freight hauling. Supply chain and environmental groups sent their request to Sacramento this month, seeking surplus state revenue to finance: Zero-emission trucks and cargo handling equipment, Infrastructure such as electric charging stations, and Training […]