The terminals in Oakland are closed today, May 1st. Traditionally, the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) shifts its standard, third Thursday of the month, second shift, stop-work meeting to the...
We join the Port of Oakland in welcoming Carolyn Almquist as the port's new Maritime Marketing Manager. Ms. Almquist was with APL/CMA-CGM for 25 years before coming on board at the Port of Oakland.
To help clear a backlog of vessels, SSA in Oakland will temporarily operate a hoot shift (0300-0800). But, do not get too excited, it is for vessel operations only. The terminals gates will remain closed to truck...
With the travesty of the proposed Oakland A's ballpark and development behind us, the Port of Oakland is focusing on and promoting freight. The port recently had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Freight Intelligent...
The Port of Oakland has several environmental initiatives coming to fruition. The port and TraPac are collaborating on upgraded terminal equipment to reduce emissions. TraPac will convert three rubber tire gantry (RTG)...
Maersk, Hyundai and MSC have all announced they will no longer be assessing per diem or demurrage charges on days when the terminal is closed. This decision is a HUGE win for cargo owners and motor carriers alike. The...
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced it will takeover 51% of TraPac Terminals in Oakland and Los Angeles as well as YTI in Los Angeles. Previously MOL had the stake in TraPac and NYK in YTI. "These acquisitions...
Some Congress members are concerned about giving Oakland federal grant funding to pay for the Oakland A's stadium. Given the recent supply chain crisis, these Congress members are not eager to hand over limited port...
It has been a fun week in Oakland. Wednesday morning November 2nd, Local 34 (clerks) picketed outside the terminal gates. Local 10 (crane operators) did not cross the line and eventually went home. The pickets started...
Supply Chain interests are still swinging for the fences in the battle with Oakland A's, the City of Oakland, the Port of Oakland, and now the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) over the Oakland A's...
Last night, the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) voted to remove Howard Terminal's Port Priority Use designation paving the way for the approval of the Oakland A's proposed stadium,...
Alright folks, it is the bottom of the ninth, and it is time to clear the bench for the big showdown. Tomorrow, June 2nd, the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) will hold a public meeting to discuss...