1st Place Win for MAG’s Escape Lounge at OAK
April 28, 2017
Oakland, CA: (April 28, 2017) – Oakland International Airport announced today that Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) recognized its recently-opened Escape Lounge by MAG as the Best New Consumer Service Concept. The awards were presented during the 2017 ACI-NA Business of Airports Conference in the Palm Springs, CA area. Over 550 commercial management, business… Read More
Read Full Article...Big weekend at Jack London Square with Oakland Dance Festival and more
April 27, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 27, 2017: Jack London Square is ready for a big weekend of recreation with dancing performances, bowling, and kayaking on the Oakland Estuary. Oakland Dance Festival brings local dancers, choreographers, and teachers to the Square for a family friendly event. The free Festival will feature a variety of dance rhythms Saturday,… Read More
Read Full Article...Monthly passenger traffic surpasses one million at OAK in March
April 26, 2017
Oakland, CA – (April 26, 2017): Oakland International Airport (OAK) reports 1,008,886 airline passengers for the month of March, a 4.8% increase over March 2016. This is the first time passenger traffic at OAK exceeded one million for the month of March since 2007. International operations increased by 73% over the same period last year, with Southwest Airlines commencing… Read More
Read Full Article...Trade expert says export growth key to U.S. economy
April 25, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 25, 2017: A noted trade expert is calling for an export resurgence to stimulate the U.S. economy. Dr. Walter Kemmsies said here last week that the Port of Oakland can help make it happen. “Oakland supports exports,” the economist told an audience of 100 supply chain leaders gathered in the Port’s… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland Commissioner receives democracy award
April 20, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 20, 2017: Port of Oakland Commissioner Arabella Martinez has received the Making Democracy Work award from the League of Women Voters of Oakland at their 26th annual All-City luncheon. The award honors those who have worked to improve Oakland and encouraged others to create positive change. “I’m honored and grateful to be… Read More
Read Full Article...New, Oakland-grown, urban dance competition comes to Jack London Square
April 19, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 19, 2017: It is a first for Oakland and the world – a competition, based on the turf dance phenomenon that originated in Oakland, will take place April 22 from Noon to 6 PM at Jack London Square. The family friendly event is free and open to the public. “Turfin vs…. Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland exec says shipping line changes a good thing
April 17, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 17, 2017: A Port of Oakland executive is eager for changes in the way container shipping lines operate. Maritime Director John Driscoll said in an interview today that newly formed ocean carrier alliances will benefit his Port. “We’ll see larger vessels coming to the Port, which is a good thing,” he… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland import volume spiked 19 percent in March
April 6, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 6, 2017: Port of Oakland import cargo volume increased 19 percent in March over 2016 totals, according to figures released today. The Port said the results contrast sharply with a 9.2 percent decline in February shipments to Oakland. It added that total loaded container volume – imports and exports – was up… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland receives eleventh consecutive energy star certification
April 4, 2017
Oakland, Calif.–April 4, 2017: Port of Oakland headquarters located at 530 Water Street just received its eleventh consecutive Energy Star certification. Every year the U.S. EPA recognizes buildings nationwide for energy efficiency. Port headquarters is one of only 70 buildings in the State of California to receive an Energy Star. Port headquarters ranked in the… Read More
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