Port of Oakland Appoints Justin Berton as Director of Communications
Oakland, Calif. – Jan. 28, 2026: The Port of Oakland announced the appointment of Justin Berton to serve as its new Director of Communications, effective January 28, 2026. Berton will serve as the agency’s lead communications strategist and primary media liaison for the seaport, airport, commercial real estate, and utility holdings. “We’re thrilled to add […]
Port of Oakland Closes 2025 with Stable Cargo Volumes
Growth in exports offsets soft import numbers amid uneven global trade conditions Oakland, Calif. – Jan. 14, 2026: The Port of Oakland handled 179,580 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in December 2025, a slight 1.7% decrease from year-over-year totals, as the Port closed out the calendar year with stable overall cargo volumes despite uneven global trade conditions. Full containerized cargo totaled 140,050 TEUs, down 3.0% compared to December 2024. Loaded imports […]
Port of Oakland Welcomes First European Cranes on U.S. West Coast
New electric cranes improve efficiency and support greener operations at TraPac terminal Oakland, Calif. – Jan. 8, 2026: The Port of Oakland this week welcomed two new container cranes at its TraPac terminal, marking the first time European-built ship-to-shore cranes have been deployed on the U.S. West Coast. Ship-to-shore cranes are the large cranes that […]
Port of Oakland Moves 174,239 TEUs in November as Exports Increase
Agricultural and refrigerated exports post gains while overall volumes reflect seasonal and market adjustments Oakland, Calif. – Dec. 23, 2025: The Port of Oakland handled 174,239 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in November 2025, reflecting a 4.1% year-over-year decline and a 4.7% decrease from October, as cargo volumes reflected typical seasonal slowing and continued adjustments in global shipping patterns. Loaded cargo remained steady, supported by strengthening exports. Loaded […]
Port of Oakland Moves 182,879 TEUs in October as Loaded Cargo Remains Strong
Total volume climbs 2.2 percent from September Oakland, Calif. – Nov. 17, 2025: The Port of Oakland handled 182,879 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in October 2025, marking a 2.2 percent increase compared to September 2025. The month-to-month gain reflects steady full-container activity as global shipping continues to rebalance. Full container cargo remained resilient, with full imports […]
Port of Oakland Sets Renewable and Zero-Carbon Power Record in 2024, Secures New Clean Energy Storage Agreement
Oakland, Calif. – November 4, 2025: The Port of Oakland announced two critical achievements in its pursuit to become the “cleanest and greenest” port in the United States: In 2024, a record 86% of the electricity the Port provided to tenants and facilities came from renewable and zero-carbon sources; and the Port secured a long-term […]
Port of Oakland Receives National Award for Budget Presentation Excellence
Oakland, Calif. – Oct. 17, 2025: The Port of Oakland announced today that it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and represents a significant achievement. It reflects the Port’s commitment […]
Port of Oakland Celebrates Public Power Week
Port Recognizes the Strength of Community-Owned Energy Oakland, Calif. – Oct. 16, 2025: The Port of Oakland proudly joined over 2,000 community-owned, not-for-profit electric utilities nationwide in celebrating Public Power Week, held October 5–11, 2025. Led by the American Public Power Association (APPA), this annual event honors the people and principles behind public power—reliable, affordable, […]
Port of Oakland September cargo volumes dip amid shifting trade patterns
Year-to-date totals remain steady as larger ships boost operational efficiency Oakland, Calif. – Oct. 15, 2025: The Port of Oakland handled 178,942 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in September 2025, a 6.6 percent decline year-over-year and 7 percent below August volumes. Port officials said the decrease reflects market adjustments tied to tariff uncertainty and shifting global trade […]
Port of Oakland Expands Digital Footprint with New App Dashboards
Oakland, Calif. – Sept. 25, 2025: The Port of Oakland has launched a suite of digital dashboards on its Oakland Portal website and mobile app, giving shippers, truckers, and community members better insight into how the port is operating in real time. The dashboards include Dwell Time, Empty Return Instructions, and Ocean Carrier Services and […]