Port of Oakland Container Volume Surges in July
Imports and exports both increase from last month Oakland, Calif. – August 19, 2025: Port of Oakland July container volume marked a strong rebound from June, with volumes climbing sharply as importers moved cargo early to get ahead of the announced August 1 tariff deadlines. Loaded imports jumped from 70,334 TEUs (twenty-foot containers) in June […]
Port of Oakland Joins Effort to Protect Whales and the Environment
Port will serve as an ambassador for Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Oakland, Calif. – July 21, 2025: The Port of Oakland is joining Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies (BWBS) as one of its Program Ambassadors to help protect migrating whales and coastal air quality. Ambassadors work with participating shipping lines and help […]
Port of Oakland container volume declines in June
Yet year-to-date volume still up slightly over last year Oakland, Calif. – July 17, 2025: Port of Oakland June container volume declined, as shippers and carriers adjust to softening demand and ongoing tariff uncertainty. The Port handled 168,460 TEUs (twenty-foot containers), down 10.1% from May, and 12.8% from June 2024, when 193,158 TEUs passed through […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Port of Oakland free harbor tours return next month
Tickets available April 28 for popular boat tours running through October 2025 Oakland, Calif. – April 21, 2025: The Port of Oakland is offering this year’s free harbor tours to the public from May to October 2025. It is a unique opportunity to see the Port’s shipping operations up close while enjoying a sunset cruise […]
Port of Oakland hosts trucker appreciation event
Nearly 1500 truckers participated Oakland, Calif. – April 11, 2025: The Port of Oakland hosted its annual Trucker Appreciation event on Thursday, April 3, to thank Port drayage truck drivers for their hard work and dedication. The event is part of the Port’s ongoing effort to engage directly with truckers and recognize their vital role […]
Port of Oakland container volume starts new year with 8.5% increase
Loaded imports grew 13% this year; loaded exports rose 3.4% Oakland, Calif. – March 19, 2025: The Port of Oakland starts 2025 with growth in both imports and exports. Loaded container volume recorded 146,187 TEUs (twenty-foot containers) in January 2025. This is an 8.5% increase over January 2024, when 144,405 TEUs passed through the Port. […]