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, […]
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 […]
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 appoints new Director of Utilities
Newly created position will harness power to enhance Port operations Oakland, Calif. – April 15, 2025: The Port of Oakland has appointed Andre Basler as the first Director of Utilities. The newly created executive level position will administer the Port’s Utilities Division, which is undergoing sweeping changes with the upgrading of Port facilities and zero […]
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announces partnership with Oakland Airport
Partnership designed to bring the magic of live theatre to travelers and deepen Berkeley Rep and Oakland Airport’s connection with East Bay residents and visitors Oakland, Calif. – March 31, 2025: Today, Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep) announced a new partnership with Oakland Airport (OAK). Through this collaboration, Berkeley Rep and Oakland Airport will create opportunities […]
Two new stores open in OAK’s Terminal 1
Little Main St. and Oakland Duty free are the third and fourth new airport stores Oakland, Calif. – March 28, 2025: This month, two new stores have opened for business in Terminal 1 at Oakland Airport (OAK). The new stores include Little Main St. @ OAK and Oakland Duty Free. These are the third and fourth […]
Oakland Airport hosts Boys and Girls Club Oakland Aviation Day
Youth from Oakland, San Leandro, and Alameda enjoyed hands-on aviation learning experiences Oakland, Calif. – March 25, 2025: The Port of Oakland recently hosted its annual Oakland Aviation Day event at Oakland Airport (OAK). The event is a hands-on field trip designed to expose teens to a wide variety of careers in aviation. Participants included youth […]
Volaris holds inaugural flight to Los Cabos at OAK
First ever Volaris service from U.S. to Baja California beaches starts today Spanish version available below. EVENT PHOTOS AVAILABLE HERE. Oakland, Calif. – March 20, 2025: Today, Volaris, Mexico’s largest airline, began operating their new daily nonstop flights to Los Cabos (SJD) at Oakland Airport (OAK). The destination is located on the southern tip of Mexico’s […]