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Oakland Board of Port Commissioners Approves Strategic Hires

March 15, 2013

Press Releases For Immediate Release March 15, 2013 Oakland Board of Port Commissioners Approves Strategic Hires Social Responsibility Division Director and Chief Technology Officer Positions Filled Amy Tharpe Social Responsibility Division Director Ron Puccinelli Chief Technology Officer March 15, 2013 –Oakland, Calif.– The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners approved two strategic hires on Thursday, March… Read More

Port of Oakland Takes Comprehensive Action on Expenditures

December 10, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release December 10, 2012 Port of Oakland Takes Comprehensive Action on Expenditures Oakland, CA – December 10, 2012 – Today the Port of Oakland is taking comprehensive and decisive action that demonstrates a new era of transparency and accountability at the Port. Specifically, the Port is: releasing the Port Purchasing Card… Read More

FedEx to Deploy New Clean Air Technology at OAK

December 9, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release December 9, 2012 FedEx to Deploy New Clean Air Technology at OAK Department of Energy Award will Retrofit Vehicles with Hydrogen Powered Fuel Cells Oakland, Calif. (Dec. 19, 2012) — FedEx at the Oakland International Airport will receive tow tractors retrofitted with hydrogen powered fuel cells as announced by U.S. Senator… Read More

Normal Operations at OAK Despite Strike Action

November 20, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release November 20, 2012 Normal Operations at Oakland International Airport Despite Strike Action Fluid Situation with Disruptions Throughout Maritime Area Impacting Truckers and Workers We have maintained normal operations at Oakland International Airport despite the strike action, and are ready for our busiest travel week of the year. In the maritime… Read More

OAK Ready for Holiday Travelers

Press Releases For Immediate Release November 20, 2012 OAK Ready for Holiday Travelers More Nonstop Destinations than Ever Before; Unique “Free Parking” Offers Begins Thanksgiving Day Oakland, Calif. (Updated Nov. 20, 2012) — Oakland International Airport expects a busy holiday travel season and is focused on providing a safe, on-time and positive airport experience for… Read More

Normal Operations Expected at OAK During Union Action, Nov. 20

November 19, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release November 19, 2012 Normal Operations Expected at Oakland International Airport During Union Action Today and Tuesday, Nov. 20 However, Port Expresses Concern on Impact to Shipping, Finances, and Jobs by Union Picketing Oakland, CA—November 19, 2012— Port of Oakland officials today said that a labor action starting tonight and running through… Read More

Statement from Acting Executive Director Deborah Ale Flint

October 25, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release October 25, 2012 Statement from Port of Oakland Acting Executive Director Deborah Ale Flint As I communicated to my Port of Oakland colleagues earlier today, the last week has been particularly challenging for our organization, our leadership, and our employees. I want to take this opportunity to share my perspective… Read More

OAK Offers Free Parking to Help Boost Travel Between Holidays

October 23, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release October 23, 2012 Oakland International Airport Offers Free Parking to Help Boost Travel Between Holidays Depart Midweek and Park Free for Up to Three Days Oakland, CA (Oct. 23, 2012) – Oakland International Airport (OAK) is brightening the outlook for travel during the holiday season with up to three days… Read More

Port of Oakland Welcomes Two New Commissioners

August 3, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release August 3, 2012 Port of Oakland Welcomes Two New Commissioners Cestra “Ces” Butner and Bryan Parker Sworn In by Mayor Jean Quan Oakland, CA — August 3, 2012 — On Wednesday, August 1, Mayor Jean Quan swore in two new Commissioners for the Port of Oakland, Cestra “Ces” Butner and Bryan… Read More

Oakland’s Board of Port Commissioners Elects New Officers

July 30, 2012

Press Releases For Immediate Release July 30, 2012 Oakland’s Board of Port Commissioners Elects New Officers President Gilda Gonzales 1st Vice-President James W. Head 2nd Vice-President Alan S. Yee Oakland, CA — July 30, 2012 — The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners has three new officers. The Port Board approved a resolution officially ratifying the election… Read More