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Truck diesel emissions at Port of Oakland down 98 percent in past decade

October 28, 2016

Oakland, Calif. – October 28, 2016: Diesel emissions from trucks serving the Port of Oakland declined 98 percent between 2005 and 2015. In that same timeframe, ship emissions dropped 75 percent. Those were the key findings of an emissions inventory the Port released today. The results indicate the Port is advancing its 2008 commitment to… Read More

Sunday Harvest Festival at Jack London Square Farmers Market

October 27, 2016

Oakland, Calif. – October 27, 2016: Jack London Square will transform into a Harvest Festival this Sunday, October 30, from 9 AM to 2 PM. The festival includes free tastings, food demos, kids’ activities and a pie contest. Halloween costumes are welcome. Visitors can try their hand at cider pressings using heirloom organic apples from local… Read More

Port of Oakland revenue held steady in FY ‘16 though tenant left

October 18, 2016

Oakland, CA. – (Oct. 18, 2016): Port of Oakland operating revenue held steady in FY 2016 despite the departure of a bankrupt tenant.  The Port said today its operating revenue for the year ending June 31 was $338 million.  That was a record for the Port, up 0.4 percent from the old record of $336.6… Read More

Port of Oakland debt upgraded by Fitch Ratings

October 17, 2016

Oakland, CA. – (Oct. 17, 2016): Port of Oakland intermediate lien revenue bonds have been upgraded by Fitch Ratings to A from A-.  Fitch has also affirmed the A+ rating on the Port’s senior lien revenue bonds.  The rating outlook for both liens is stable. Fitch issued its rating update October 14.  It said the… Read More

Port of Oakland Board President honored by LGBT organization

September 23, 2016

Oakland, CA – (September 23, 2016):  Michael Colbruno, president of the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners was honored last night for his leadership within the LGBT business community. The Golden Gate Business Association recognized the commissioner for his election as the first LGBT person to become president of the Board. The event was held in… Read More

Tall ship Hawaiian Chieftain delivers living history at Jack London Square

Oakland, CA – (September 23, 2016): Tall ship Hawaiian Chieftain serves as a living history project and is docked at Jack London Square at the Foot of Broadway today through Monday, Sept. 26, 2016. Made of steel in Hawaii in 1988 and originally designed for cargo trade among the Hawaiian Islands, the vessel is reminiscent of… Read More

Eat Real Festival at Jack London Square to draw big crowd

September 22, 2016

Oakland, CA – (Sept. 22, 2016): The Eat Real Festival 2016 is a multi-cultural eating extravaganza at the Oakland waterfront this weekend. The three-day event at the Port of Oakland’s Jack London Square draws tens of thousands of visitors. Admission is free. The event is family-friendly and runs Friday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Sept. 25…. Read More

Port of Oakland Commissioner honored for service to City

September 16, 2016

Oakland, CA – (Sept. 16, 2016): Port of Oakland Commissioner Cestra “Ces” Butner has been honored with the Oakland Legacy Award. Commissioner Butner was one of four civic leaders to receive the annual award at a reception here last night.  More than 1,000 people witnessed the award presentation. The Legacy Awards are presented by Oakland’s… Read More

Coastal cleanup volunteers to pitch in at Port of Oakland shoreline

September 15, 2016

Oakland, Calif.– September 15, 2016: Over 60,000 Californians are expected to clean up beaches and waterways for the annual California Coastal Cleanup Day this Saturday. As part of the statewide effort, about 200 volunteers will gather at two Port of Oakland properties to clean up the shoreline. “This event is a wonderful opportunity for our… Read More

Port of Oakland seeks business opportunities from small, local firms

September 14, 2016

Oakland, Calif. – Sept. 14, 2016: The Port of Oakland plans to spend $498 million on capital improvements over the next five years. That means the Port will be selecting contractors to carry out major public works projects. Today the Port is offering a “Contracting 101” seminar to help small and local firms compete for upcoming… Read More