SFO and OAK Resolve Trademark Lawsuit Over Airport Name
Oakland, Calif. – April 28, 2026: The City and County of San Francisco and the Port of Oakland have agreed to resolve a trademark lawsuit over the Oakland airport’s official name, which will remain “Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport.” The terms of the agreement were memorialized in a formal document that is available on the airports’ […]
OAK’s Restroom Renovation Program wins Airport Business News’ 2026 Project of the Year
Award recognizes innovative redesign of one of the airport’s most-used amenities Oakland, Calif. – April 27, 2026: Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) has been named the recipient of Airport Business News’ 2026 Project of the Year for its Terminal Restroom Renovation Program, Phase 1. The award recognizes the airport’s achievement in transforming aging restroom facilities […]
Alaska Airlines Strengthens California Connectivity with Inaugural Oakland–San Diego Flights
The airport and airline celebrated the new flight with Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee Oakland, Calif. – April 23, 2026: Alaska Airlines yesterday marked the inaugural launch of four daily, year-round nonstop flights between Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) and San Diego International Airport (SAN). The addition marks a significant expansion of intra-California connectivity for Bay […]
Port of Oakland launches 2026 paid College Internship Program
Application deadline March 11, 2026 Oakland, Calif. – February 19, 2026: The Port of Oakland is excited to announce the kick-off of its 2026 paid Summer College Internship Program. Qualified applicants can apply for summer internships in a variety of professional fields at the Port, including Aviation Facilities, Aviation Terminal Services, Commercial Real Estate, Communications, […]
OAK celebrates Valentine’s Day with free love letters and festive decor
Love letter drop boxes are available to travelers at select gates Oakland, Calif. – February 9, 2026: Love is in the air at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) this Valentine’s season. In partnership with Southwest Airlines, OAK is inviting travelers to share the love through a special free Valentine’s Day love letter activation designed to […]
Port of Oakland’s McKenney Delivers First ‘State of the Port’ Address
Sold-out event highlights resilience, investment, and community partnerships Oakland, Calif. – February 6, 2026: Port of Oakland Executive Director Kristi McKenney outlined the Port’s progress, challenges, and opportunities during her first annual State of the Port keynote address, sponsored by the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association and Women in Logistics. The sold-out, livestreamed event (https://youtu.be/lOVaAtCf8zI) was […]
CLEAR launches biometric “eGates” and TSA PreCheck® enrollment at OAK
New services introduced just in time for major sporting events in the Bay Area Oakland, Calif. – January 13, 2026: CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, has launched new biometric “eGates” – that will help passengers move through security checks even faster – and will begin accepting TSA PreCheck® enrollment applications at Oakland San Francisco […]
OAK is turning up the fun for busy December holidays
The airport is spreading cheer during the December holidays with festive terminal décor and its third annual gift-wrapping event Oakland, Calif. – December 19, 2025: The December holidays have arrived at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), and its terminals are looking merry and bright. The airport expects approximately 400,000 passengers to pass through the […]
District® brings Bay Area flavor to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
Beloved local restaurant debuts at OAK with shareable plates, comfort-driven handhelds, fresh salads, and an extensive beverage program Oakland, Calif. – December 18, 2025: SSP America, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is proud to announce the opening of District at Oakland San Francisco […]
Oakland Public Library partners with Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport to launch free digital reading campaign for travelers
Content is complimentary for all travelers – no library card required Oakland, Calif. – November 21, 2025: Just in time for the busy Thanksgiving travel rush, Oakland Public Library (OPL) is teaming up with the Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) to bring free reading resources to travelers. Beginning Monday, November 24, digital ads will appear […]