Port of Oakland peak season outlook: Cargo record? Bring it on
July 24, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – July 24, 2017: Possible record peak-season import volume should flow smoothly through the Port of Oakland, Maritime Director John Driscoll said today. In his forecast before an expected holiday cargo rush, the Port executive said Oakland is braced for more business. “We’re hearing that the next two-to-three months could set new containerized… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square features seventh annual Pedalfest Saturday
July 20, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – July 20, 2017: The seventh annual Pedalfest comes to Jack London Square, Saturday, 11 AM to 6 PM. Pedalfest organizers expect the event to draw more than 20,000 biking enthusiasts to the Oakland waterfront. The Bay Area’s premier bicycle event is free and open to the public, with food and beverage available… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland Board elects Joan Story as President
July 14, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – July 14, 2017: Joan Story has been elected President of the Board of Port Commissioners at the Port of Oakland. The Port’s seven-member governing body unanimously selected Ms. Story at a meeting last night. A two-year veteran of the Board, she’ll serve for the next year as President. “I’m gratified to have the… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland sets all-time record for June import volume
July 10, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – July 10, 2017: Last month was a record-setter at the Port of Oakland. The Port said today that it handled the equivalent of 80,253 full 20-foot import containers in June. That broke the previous all-time record for the month of 78,326 containers set in June 2006. The Port said last month’s import volume… Read More
Read Full Article...Oakland to welcome Paris nonstops in Spring
July 6, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – July 6, 2017: Officials at Oakland International Airport (OAK) announce today that Norwegian Air will add new nonstop service between OAK and Paris, Charles de Gaulle (CDG), the largest of the Paris-area airports. The flight will operate 4-times weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday) beginning April 10, 2018, aboard Norwegian’s brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner… Read More
Read Full Article...Oakland International Airport reports 14 percent passenger increase in May
June 30, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 30, 2017:– Officials at Oakland International Airport today released May traffic reports, which reveal passenger activity at the airport increased 14%, from 1,000,697 in May 2016, to 1,140,821 this year. The increase is based upon 12% more flight operations and 13.5% more seats. As indicated by these strong traffic numbers, OAK is expected to record one of its busiest summer travel seasons in a decade. International traffic volume increased 91% over last year, reflecting added flights and destinations by Norwegian, Southwest Airlines, and… Read More
Read Full Article...Dance competition leads into Jack London Square’s July 4 Backyard BBQ
June 28, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 28, 2017: Jack London Square is home to round two of the new Oakland grown, urban dance competition, “Turfin Vs. The World Dance Battle” series. The family friendly festival is Saturday, July 1, noon to 6 PM. It is free and open to the public. This celebration of dance leads into Tuesday’s Independence Day Backyard… Read More
Read Full Article...TSA Pre-Check temporary enrollment center returns to Oakland International Airport July 10th
June 27, 2017
The Event: Oakland International Airport TSA Pre✓® Local Enrollment Event Date: July 10th – 21st, 2017 (Closed Saturday & Sunday) Time: Weekdays, 8am to 5pm Location: Oakland International Airport, Terminal 2 Oakland, CA; (June 27, 2017): Oakland International Airport is inviting passengers to enroll on-site in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program. The temporary enrollment event returns… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland: investors show faith in future of global gateway
June 26, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 26, 2017: A senior Port of Oakland executive says investors are making long-term commitments to his international shipping hub. Maritime Director John Driscoll said last week that the trend bodes well for Oakland’s future in global trade. “A lot of people believe in the Port,” Mr. Driscoll told a 40-member Efficiency Task… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square adds block parties to summer line-up
June 22, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 22, 2017: The Port of Oakland has added block parties, a waterfront community event, to its calendar of more than 55 free public events at Jack London Square. The new summer block parties feature a food theme, beverages and more. The Tacopocalypse block party is Saturday, June 24, Noon to 6… Read More
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