Port of Oakland launches 2026 paid College Internship Program 

Application deadline March 11, 2026 Oakland, Calif. – February 19, 2026: The Port of Oakland is excited to announce the kick-off of its 2026 paid Summer College Internship Program. Qualified applicants can apply for summer internships in a variety of professional fields at the Port, including Aviation Facilities, Aviation Terminal Services, Commercial Real Estate, Communications, […]

OAK celebrates Valentine’s Day with free love letters and festive decor  

Love letter drop boxes are available to travelers at select gates  Oakland, Calif. – February 9, 2026: Love is in the air at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) this Valentine’s season. In partnership with Southwest Airlines, OAK is inviting travelers to share the love through a special free Valentine’s Day love letter activation designed to […]

Port of Oakland’s McKenney Delivers First ‘State of the Port’ Address 

Sold-out event highlights resilience, investment, and community partnerships Oakland, Calif. – February 6, 2026: Port of Oakland Executive Director Kristi McKenney outlined the Port’s progress, challenges, and opportunities during her first annual State of the Port keynote address, sponsored by the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association and Women in Logistics. The sold-out, livestreamed event (https://youtu.be/lOVaAtCf8zI) was […]

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 […]

CLEAR launches biometric “eGates” and TSA PreCheck® enrollment at OAK 

New services introduced just in time for major sporting events in the Bay Area     Oakland, Calif. – January 13, 2026: CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, has launched new biometric “eGates” – that will help passengers move through security checks even faster – and will begin accepting TSA PreCheck® enrollment applications at Oakland San Francisco […]

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 […]

OAK is turning up the fun for busy December holidays 

The airport is spreading cheer during the December holidays with festive terminal décor and its third annual gift-wrapping event     Oakland, Calif. – December 19, 2025: The December holidays have arrived at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), and its terminals are looking merry and bright. The airport expects approximately 400,000 passengers to pass through the […]

District® brings Bay Area flavor to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport

Beloved local restaurant debuts at OAK with shareable plates, comfort-driven handhelds, fresh salads, and an extensive beverage program    Oakland, Calif. – December 18, 2025: SSP America, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is proud to announce the opening of District at Oakland San Francisco […]