Oakland Airport launches advertising campaign in support of Mexico service
OAK is an easy and convenient gateway between Mexico and Northern California Oakland, Calif. – June 17, 2025: Oakland Airport (OAK) has launched a new marketing campaign, “La Bahía,” in partnership with Visit Oakland and Visit Berkeley to promote its nonstop Mexico service. The campaign is a multi-channel digital marketing program aimed at building brand […]
Port of Oakland container volume rises modestly in May
Robust exports bolster trade volume amid market volatility Oakland, Calif. – June 12, 2025: Container volume at the Port of Oakland continued its steady performance in May, exceeding expectations during a period of ongoing tariff negotiations and shifting trade dynamics. Year-to-date, the Port has handled 974,417 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) through the end of May, […]
Port of Oakland Approves New Renewable Power Purchase
New agreement with EBMUD will help “slash fossil fuel and cut greenhouse gas emissions” to build cleaner and greener Port Oakland, Calif. – May 22, 2025: The Port of Oakland is taking a significant step towards a sustainable future by entering into a new agreement with the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) – that […]
Proposed Passenger Facility Charge (“PFC”) Application #18, Public Notice
Notice of Opportunity for Public Comment Oakland, Calif. – May 20, 2025: The Port of Oakland (the “Port”), owner and operator of the Oakland Airport (the “Airport”), has determined the need to submit to the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) a Passenger Facility Change (“PFC”) Application to impose and to concurrently use PFC revenue to fund, […]
Port of Oakland April container volume drops 14.7% vs. March
However, overall container volume still up 4.3% in first four months of 2025 vs. 2024 Oakland, Calif. – May 19, 2025: The Port of Oakland handled 185,499 TEUs (twenty-foot containers) in April, marking a 14.7% decrease in overall cargo volume from March 2025. The slowdown is driven by market uncertainty as well as softening demand […]
Oakland Airport commissions first electric buses
Important step towards all-electric parking shuttle fleet at OAK Oakland, Calif. – May 16, 2025: Oakland Airport (OAK) is introducing its first battery electric shuttle buses to its parking shuttle fleet. Five electric buses, sourced from RIDE, are entering service and will serve passenger and employee parking lots at the airport. “We celebrate the introduction […]
Oakland Airport completes Terminal 1 check-in modernization
Departing passengers at OAK greeted by a refresh of 1962 terminal facility (Photo Credit: Jim Simmons Photography) Oakland, Calif. – May 5, 2025: Oakland Airport (OAK) has completed construction on its Terminal 1 Check-In Counter Replacement Project. The renovated Terminal 1 check-in lobby has a fresh new look for departing passengers at OAK. The refreshed […]
Port of Oakland hosts stakeholder roundtable regarding tariffs
Discussion led by Congresswoman Lateefah Simon and Port officials Oakland, Calif. – April 25, 2025: The Port of Oakland convened a stakeholder roundtable at Port headquarters regarding tariff impacts. Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (CA-12) and Port of Oakland Executive Director Kristi McKenney led the discussion which featured labor leaders, small business owners and local shippers. “The […]
TSA reminds Bay Area residents about REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025
Travelers encouraged to review types of photo ID accepted by TSA Oakland, Calif. – April 25, 2025: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today reminded the public that starting Wednesday, May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need to have a REAL ID-compliant state-issued driver’s license, instruction permit or identification […]
Port of Oakland container volume grows 7% in March
Total container volume finishes first quarter strong Oakland, Calif. – April 24, 2025: The Port of Oakland closed the first quarter of 2025 on a strong note. Total container volume rose 7.2% compared to March 2024, with Port operators handling 217,415 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in March 2025. That performance brings first-quarter volume to 601,527 […]