California’s East Bay Area’s economic rebound from coronavirus would most likely start at the Port of Oakland. That’s what the Port’s Executive Director told East Bay business and civic leaders this week while seeking their support.
Danny Wan assured the East Bay Economic Development Alliance that his Port would be “poised on the forefront of recovery.” During a Zoom conference, the Executive Director asked Alliance members to help promote the Port as Oakland’s economic engine.
“Millions fly through our Airport, billions of dollars of goods move through our Seaport and 84,000 jobs in Northern California depend on all of that activity,” Mr. Wan told an online audience of 300 corporate and government officials. “Through cross-promotion and business partnerships, we can lead the way back for Oakland and the East Bay.”
Mr. Wan spoke as the Port and businesses worldwide labor under the economic drag of COVID-19. Oakland International Airport passenger traffic declined 96 percent last month, the Executive Director said. Seaport cargo volume dipped 6.5 percent. Recovery will come, but there’s no telling when, he cautioned.
Mr. Wan said the Port would lead recovery because it has historically been the region’s economic driver. Not only that, he said, but the Port has inherent advantages to build on, including the fact that California farmers, among the nation’s most successful exporters in 2020, ship their goods overseas through Oakland.
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Friday, May 29, 2020
Port of Port Angeles Aims to Retain and Grow Jobs Amid Pandemic
By Karen Robes Meeks
The Port of Port Angeles is committed to expanding jobs in Clallam County during the pandemic and is working with employees and customers to make sure social distancing and sanitation practices are adhered to.
“In these uncertain times, the Port recognizes its vital role in creating and sustaining family wage jobs in Clallam County,” said Port Executive Director Karen Goschen. “After implementing new safety protocols, the port is moving forward with several projects and initiatives to retain jobs and to bring new economic growth to our region. We hope these efforts will help ease the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our community and region.”
Projects include maintenance dredging to accommodate larger ships coming to the port’s cargo terminal, starting survey work related to the log yard stormwater control and treatment system, and supporting the domestic forest product sector by permitting and designing improvements to the cofferdam barge facilities.
The Port of Port Angeles is committed to expanding jobs in Clallam County during the pandemic and is working with employees and customers to make sure social distancing and sanitation practices are adhered to.
“In these uncertain times, the Port recognizes its vital role in creating and sustaining family wage jobs in Clallam County,” said Port Executive Director Karen Goschen. “After implementing new safety protocols, the port is moving forward with several projects and initiatives to retain jobs and to bring new economic growth to our region. We hope these efforts will help ease the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our community and region.”
Projects include maintenance dredging to accommodate larger ships coming to the port’s cargo terminal, starting survey work related to the log yard stormwater control and treatment system, and supporting the domestic forest product sector by permitting and designing improvements to the cofferdam barge facilities.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Port of Hueneme Expects Cargo Decrease Due to COVID-19
By Karen Robes Meeks
Earlier this month, the Port of Hueneme said that automakers – the port’s biggest revenue generators – expect an estimated 90 percent drop in cargo over the next two months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a projected $2.68 million loss.
Auto manufacturers in Germany, United Kingdom, Sweden, South Korea, and Japan closed for much of April, and many automakers, including those in the US, have either stopped production or shifted to producing ventilators to meet hospital demand, the port said.
“As it takes several weeks for vessels to travel from Europe and Asia to Hueneme, we will begin seeing a dramatic reduction in autos the second week of May forward,” said Oxnard Harbor District President Jess Ramirez.
Ramirez added that the port usually has three to four auto carriers call the port any given week, but nearly 90 percent of the sailings in May have been cancelled.
Supply and demand is part of this equation, said CEO and Port Director Kristin Decas.
“The past month we have been helping our customers store additional automobiles that were not being sent to dealerships as a result of the stay-at-home orders in several states,” she said. “Now, as the dealerships re-open and consumer demand comes back up gradually, we are still going to see a reduced level of shipments to the port from that segment until the manufacturing plants can resume production and re-establish their supply chains.”
The port said it has been able to dip into its reserves to pay for immediate expenses.
Earlier this month, the Port of Hueneme said that automakers – the port’s biggest revenue generators – expect an estimated 90 percent drop in cargo over the next two months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a projected $2.68 million loss.
Auto manufacturers in Germany, United Kingdom, Sweden, South Korea, and Japan closed for much of April, and many automakers, including those in the US, have either stopped production or shifted to producing ventilators to meet hospital demand, the port said.
“As it takes several weeks for vessels to travel from Europe and Asia to Hueneme, we will begin seeing a dramatic reduction in autos the second week of May forward,” said Oxnard Harbor District President Jess Ramirez.
Ramirez added that the port usually has three to four auto carriers call the port any given week, but nearly 90 percent of the sailings in May have been cancelled.
Supply and demand is part of this equation, said CEO and Port Director Kristin Decas.
“The past month we have been helping our customers store additional automobiles that were not being sent to dealerships as a result of the stay-at-home orders in several states,” she said. “Now, as the dealerships re-open and consumer demand comes back up gradually, we are still going to see a reduced level of shipments to the port from that segment until the manufacturing plants can resume production and re-establish their supply chains.”
The port said it has been able to dip into its reserves to pay for immediate expenses.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Port of Olympia Cancels 2020 Tours
By Karen Robes Meeks
This week, the Port of Olympia announced the cancelation of its popular public working waterfront tours for 2020 due to COVID-19.
The free tours provide an opportunity for the public to explore and learn more about Thurston County’s shipping terminal, its equipment and its economic role.
“These are challenging times, and we had to make the tough decision to cancel the public tour program in an effort to keep our community and staff safe,” said Executive Director Sam Gibboney. “While we will not be holding the tours this year, we look forward to sharing the behind-the-scenes look of the working waterfront with citizens in 2021.”
Visit https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/Pages/coronavirus.aspx for more information.
This week, the Port of Olympia announced the cancelation of its popular public working waterfront tours for 2020 due to COVID-19.
The free tours provide an opportunity for the public to explore and learn more about Thurston County’s shipping terminal, its equipment and its economic role.
“These are challenging times, and we had to make the tough decision to cancel the public tour program in an effort to keep our community and staff safe,” said Executive Director Sam Gibboney. “While we will not be holding the tours this year, we look forward to sharing the behind-the-scenes look of the working waterfront with citizens in 2021.”
Visit https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/Pages/coronavirus.aspx for more information.
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Port of Camas-Washougal Closing Launch Ramp
By Karen Robes Meeks
To help enact social distancing on port docks and ramp and curb COVID-19 spread, the Port of Camas-Washougal will close its launch ramp and all but the most eastern lane of the ramp’s lanes starting Wednesday.
The ramp, which will be closed until further notice, complies with the state’s shelter-in-place order, said Port Chief Executive Officer David Ripp in a release Thursday.
“It is our intent to continue to allow recreational launch ramp activity as long as it complies with social distancing requirements recommended by federal, state and local health officials to prevent the spread of COVID-19,” Ripp said. “Our first priority is to ensure protection of the public, employees, business operators and users during this unprecedented public emergency.
“We recognize this is a disappointment for many of our launch ramp customers and boaters and apologize for any inconvenience. We will continue to keep you updated as conditions change.”
To help enact social distancing on port docks and ramp and curb COVID-19 spread, the Port of Camas-Washougal will close its launch ramp and all but the most eastern lane of the ramp’s lanes starting Wednesday.
The ramp, which will be closed until further notice, complies with the state’s shelter-in-place order, said Port Chief Executive Officer David Ripp in a release Thursday.
“It is our intent to continue to allow recreational launch ramp activity as long as it complies with social distancing requirements recommended by federal, state and local health officials to prevent the spread of COVID-19,” Ripp said. “Our first priority is to ensure protection of the public, employees, business operators and users during this unprecedented public emergency.
“We recognize this is a disappointment for many of our launch ramp customers and boaters and apologize for any inconvenience. We will continue to keep you updated as conditions change.”
New Guidelines for Port of Olympia Commission Meetings
By Karen Robes Meeks
On Friday, the Port of Olympia released new guidelines for how the public can attend and post comments for remote commission meetings, which the port began practicing March 9 to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
Those wanting to provide public comment must sign up in advance or submit written comments by 9 a.m. on the day of the meeting at commissioncoordinator@portolympia.com.
Written input will be gathered and delivered to the commission before the meeting starts.
In order to speak at the meeting, individuals must sign up by 9 a.m. on meeting day at commissioncoordinator@portolympia.com and confirm if the comments will be provided via computer or phone. Comments are limited to a three-minute window.
To join the meeting, visit https://www.gotomeet.me/PortCommissionMeeting. Listen to it by calling 1-669-224-3412 and entering access code 364-815-149.
On Friday, the Port of Olympia released new guidelines for how the public can attend and post comments for remote commission meetings, which the port began practicing March 9 to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
Those wanting to provide public comment must sign up in advance or submit written comments by 9 a.m. on the day of the meeting at commissioncoordinator@portolympia.com.
Written input will be gathered and delivered to the commission before the meeting starts.
In order to speak at the meeting, individuals must sign up by 9 a.m. on meeting day at commissioncoordinator@portolympia.com and confirm if the comments will be provided via computer or phone. Comments are limited to a three-minute window.
To join the meeting, visit https://www.gotomeet.me/PortCommissionMeeting. Listen to it by calling 1-669-224-3412 and entering access code 364-815-149.
Lynden Continues to Operate Amid COVID-19
By Karen Robes Meeks
Employees throughout Lynden’s family of companies continue to move vital goods to customers amid the COVID-19 development.
Chairman Jim Jansen said in a release Friday that Lynden is committed to delivering essential supplies and services to customers and communities.
"The safety of our people and serving our customers are our priorities during these challenging times,” he said. “We've been keeping freight moving to Alaska since 1954, and we're not planning to stop now."
The company’s barges, trucks and planes bound for Alaska have been keeping the supply line going without disruption since late February as the health crisis began to unfold.
"Our customers need our support to keep their businesses operating during this time and we are also supporting state and federal agencies,” said Lynden President Jon Burdick. “Keeping delivery routes open and supplies moving is our main focus and goal. We have dealt with earthquakes, oil spills, floods and other obstacles. This situation is no different."
Employees throughout Lynden’s family of companies continue to move vital goods to customers amid the COVID-19 development.
Chairman Jim Jansen said in a release Friday that Lynden is committed to delivering essential supplies and services to customers and communities.
"The safety of our people and serving our customers are our priorities during these challenging times,” he said. “We've been keeping freight moving to Alaska since 1954, and we're not planning to stop now."
The company’s barges, trucks and planes bound for Alaska have been keeping the supply line going without disruption since late February as the health crisis began to unfold.
"Our customers need our support to keep their businesses operating during this time and we are also supporting state and federal agencies,” said Lynden President Jon Burdick. “Keeping delivery routes open and supplies moving is our main focus and goal. We have dealt with earthquakes, oil spills, floods and other obstacles. This situation is no different."
Friday, April 24, 2020
Port of Los Angeles Open for Business, Focused on Future
By Karen Robes Meeks
Amid the COVID-19 health crisis, business operations and major infrastructure projects continue to move forward at the Port of Los Angeles, said the port’s top official Thursday.
In his latest video update, Port Executive Director Gene Seroka said the port is open for business and is pushing forward on several long-term infrastructure projects, including upgrading Everport Terminal and marine oil terminals as well as enhancing its on-dock rail capabilities.
Projects currently active total $367 million and will mean roughly 3,011 construction jobs. The port is also partnering with the supply chain on bolstering exports out of the US through Los Angeles and looking to boost trade with Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries, Seroka noted.
“While our nation battles this global pandemic and the economic headwinds of these challenging times, there is a strong desire among many of us to look toward the future,” said Seroka. “That future focus is a constant here at the Port of Los Angeles. It has to be.”
Amid the COVID-19 health crisis, business operations and major infrastructure projects continue to move forward at the Port of Los Angeles, said the port’s top official Thursday.
In his latest video update, Port Executive Director Gene Seroka said the port is open for business and is pushing forward on several long-term infrastructure projects, including upgrading Everport Terminal and marine oil terminals as well as enhancing its on-dock rail capabilities.
Projects currently active total $367 million and will mean roughly 3,011 construction jobs. The port is also partnering with the supply chain on bolstering exports out of the US through Los Angeles and looking to boost trade with Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries, Seroka noted.
“While our nation battles this global pandemic and the economic headwinds of these challenging times, there is a strong desire among many of us to look toward the future,” said Seroka. “That future focus is a constant here at the Port of Los Angeles. It has to be.”
Friday, March 27, 2020
COVID-19 Crisis Prompts Port of Seattle to Delay Cruise Season
By Karen Robes Meeks
The Port of Seattle announced Tuesday that it will delay the launch of cruise season until the public health emergency is resolved.
“At a time when Governor Inslee has ordered all Washingtonians to ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy,’ we must consider public health and safety above all else,” said Port of Seattle Commission President Peter Steinbrueck. “The eventual return of our cruise season is something we fully expect as an important contribution to living wage jobs, local small businesses, and our region’s economic recovery. We also recognize the critical role Seattle cruise plays in supporting the Alaska economy for over 20 years.”
It’s a blow for the region, where a full cruise season creates almost $900 million statewide and supports 5,500 jobs.
“The loss and impact of these sailings will ripple through the tourism industry and our regional economy – however, we understand the Port of Seattle’s hard but necessary decision,” said Tom Norwalk, Visit Seattle President and CEO. “We appreciate the Port’s commitment to re-evaluate the 2020 cruise season as the situation evolves, and Visit Seattle will help lead the economic recovery and work in tandem with the Port of Seattle.”
The Port of Seattle announced Tuesday that it will delay the launch of cruise season until the public health emergency is resolved.
“At a time when Governor Inslee has ordered all Washingtonians to ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy,’ we must consider public health and safety above all else,” said Port of Seattle Commission President Peter Steinbrueck. “The eventual return of our cruise season is something we fully expect as an important contribution to living wage jobs, local small businesses, and our region’s economic recovery. We also recognize the critical role Seattle cruise plays in supporting the Alaska economy for over 20 years.”
It’s a blow for the region, where a full cruise season creates almost $900 million statewide and supports 5,500 jobs.
“The loss and impact of these sailings will ripple through the tourism industry and our regional economy – however, we understand the Port of Seattle’s hard but necessary decision,” said Tom Norwalk, Visit Seattle President and CEO. “We appreciate the Port’s commitment to re-evaluate the 2020 cruise season as the situation evolves, and Visit Seattle will help lead the economic recovery and work in tandem with the Port of Seattle.”
Young Brothers Enacts Safeguards
By Karen Robes Meeks
This week, Young Brothers – a company that handles freight and transportation needs for the Hawaiian Islands – implemented additional safeguards to operate under heightened COVID-19 alert.
In a message to customers dated March 19, the company said that for the time being it would eliminate cash and check transactions in favor of credit card payment taken over the phone and require advance reservations to eliminate walkups at the pier. Shippers with no reservation will be turned away.
The company will not allow customers to box or shrink-wrap pallets onsite, so mixed and palletized cargo must come ready to ship.
Young Brothers continues to stress the practice of social distancing when at its facilities, including approaching with rolled-up windows and pressing TWIC ID or driver’s license against the window for inspection, and staying in vehicles while delivering or receiving shipments.
“Please know that we do not make these changes lightly, and they are designed to maintain safe and reliable service while minimizing personal contact,” the company said. Visit https://htbyb.com/covid-19/ for more details.
This week, Young Brothers – a company that handles freight and transportation needs for the Hawaiian Islands – implemented additional safeguards to operate under heightened COVID-19 alert.
In a message to customers dated March 19, the company said that for the time being it would eliminate cash and check transactions in favor of credit card payment taken over the phone and require advance reservations to eliminate walkups at the pier. Shippers with no reservation will be turned away.
The company will not allow customers to box or shrink-wrap pallets onsite, so mixed and palletized cargo must come ready to ship.
Young Brothers continues to stress the practice of social distancing when at its facilities, including approaching with rolled-up windows and pressing TWIC ID or driver’s license against the window for inspection, and staying in vehicles while delivering or receiving shipments.
“Please know that we do not make these changes lightly, and they are designed to maintain safe and reliable service while minimizing personal contact,” the company said. Visit https://htbyb.com/covid-19/ for more details.
Port of Olympia Implements new Changes Amid COVID-19
By Karen Robes Meeks
Heeding Gov. Jay Inslee’s stay-at-home order, the Port of Olympia’s offices will be closed to the public until April 8 and regular port commission meetings and work sessions have been postponed until the order is lifted, the port announced this week.
Staff coverage will be limited in the port’s administrative offices, with most working remotely.
The commission will only convene if a commission decision is required. Meetings will be conducted via GoToMeeting (http://portolympia.com/89/Commission) to maintain social distance. Swantown Marina will continue to operate but business will be done by phone, email or through its website as the office are closed. Maintenance and Harbor Operations personnel are onsite and the marine fueling station will stay operational. Harbor Patrol operations have been suspended.
Swantown Boatworks’ office and work yard closed this week and will remain closed until the end of the stay-at-home order. The boat yard will only operate emergency haul-outs. Staff members will check daily for any voicemails and address customer needs.
Also, the Marine Terminal will be operational with limited access. All ship visits and community tours have been cancelled.
Heeding Gov. Jay Inslee’s stay-at-home order, the Port of Olympia’s offices will be closed to the public until April 8 and regular port commission meetings and work sessions have been postponed until the order is lifted, the port announced this week.
Staff coverage will be limited in the port’s administrative offices, with most working remotely.
The commission will only convene if a commission decision is required. Meetings will be conducted via GoToMeeting (http://portolympia.com/89/Commission) to maintain social distance. Swantown Marina will continue to operate but business will be done by phone, email or through its website as the office are closed. Maintenance and Harbor Operations personnel are onsite and the marine fueling station will stay operational. Harbor Patrol operations have been suspended.
Swantown Boatworks’ office and work yard closed this week and will remain closed until the end of the stay-at-home order. The boat yard will only operate emergency haul-outs. Staff members will check daily for any voicemails and address customer needs.
Also, the Marine Terminal will be operational with limited access. All ship visits and community tours have been cancelled.
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Port of Los Angeles Marine Terminals Remain Open
By Karen Robes Meeks
Marine terminals at the Port of Los Angeles will continue to be open for business amid COVID-19 while exercising precautionary measures to minimize risk exposure to workers.
“Our highest priority is maintaining a safe and healthy working environment throughout the Port complex while continuing our role of keeping consumer goods and critical supplies flowing into all of the nation’s 435 congressional districts served by the port,” said port Executive Director Gene Seroka.
As the nation’s busiest seaport, the Port of Los Angeles is an essential entity that is exempt from the recent “Stay at Home’ order issued by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Currently, cargo volumes are at 85 percent of normal traffic, according to the port.
Meanwhile, cruise lines that operate out of the port have been suspended for now.
Visit https://www.portoflosangeles.org/covid-19 for more information.
Marine terminals at the Port of Los Angeles will continue to be open for business amid COVID-19 while exercising precautionary measures to minimize risk exposure to workers.
“Our highest priority is maintaining a safe and healthy working environment throughout the Port complex while continuing our role of keeping consumer goods and critical supplies flowing into all of the nation’s 435 congressional districts served by the port,” said port Executive Director Gene Seroka.
As the nation’s busiest seaport, the Port of Los Angeles is an essential entity that is exempt from the recent “Stay at Home’ order issued by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Currently, cargo volumes are at 85 percent of normal traffic, according to the port.
Meanwhile, cruise lines that operate out of the port have been suspended for now.
Visit https://www.portoflosangeles.org/covid-19 for more information.
Port of Coos Bay Stays Open
By Karen Robes Meeks
The Port of Coos Bay will continue to move cargo until otherwise ordered by federal, state and local agencies, the port announced March 19.
“Currently, we are unaware of any prohibitions that have been placed on vessels coming into or out of our port. The US Coast Guard monitors each vessel that is coming into port, particularly those which have recently been to select countries.”
Meanwhile, the Charleston Marina office will be closed to public access for now. During that time, staff will work in the office to fulfill administrative duties, including payment processing. Security and maintenance will continue as well, the port said.
Visit www.portofcoosbay.com for more details.
The Port of Coos Bay will continue to move cargo until otherwise ordered by federal, state and local agencies, the port announced March 19.
“Currently, we are unaware of any prohibitions that have been placed on vessels coming into or out of our port. The US Coast Guard monitors each vessel that is coming into port, particularly those which have recently been to select countries.”
Meanwhile, the Charleston Marina office will be closed to public access for now. During that time, staff will work in the office to fulfill administrative duties, including payment processing. Security and maintenance will continue as well, the port said.
Visit www.portofcoosbay.com for more details.
Friday, March 20, 2020
Port of Everett Administration and Marina Offices Closed Until March 31
By Karen Robes Meeks
To curb the spread of COVID-19, the Port of Everett’s CEO Lisa Lefeber this week issued an emergency declaration and placed the port on Emergency Operations status until the end of March.
The move closes public access to the port’s administration and marina offices until March 31 and enacts modified workplace policies for port staff members, including working from home.
“The port will continue to serve the needs of our maritime customers at the seaport,” she said. “It is important to us that we maintain reliability and predictability at these critical facilities to keep our economy moving, especially in support of the aerospace community.”
The office closures will not impact port-wide security, marina fuel dock and haul out services, and slip holders will still be able to access their boats, she noted, adding that the public boat launch and waterfront public areas will remain open.
Also, public and private construction projects happening at the port – including cleanup at the former Kimberly-Clark site – will continue, Lefeber said.
To curb the spread of COVID-19, the Port of Everett’s CEO Lisa Lefeber this week issued an emergency declaration and placed the port on Emergency Operations status until the end of March.
The move closes public access to the port’s administration and marina offices until March 31 and enacts modified workplace policies for port staff members, including working from home.
“The port will continue to serve the needs of our maritime customers at the seaport,” she said. “It is important to us that we maintain reliability and predictability at these critical facilities to keep our economy moving, especially in support of the aerospace community.”
The office closures will not impact port-wide security, marina fuel dock and haul out services, and slip holders will still be able to access their boats, she noted, adding that the public boat launch and waterfront public areas will remain open.
Also, public and private construction projects happening at the port – including cleanup at the former Kimberly-Clark site – will continue, Lefeber said.
Port of Long Beach Marine Terminals Stay Open, Offices Close
By Karen Robes Meeks
In the midst of COVID-19, marine terminals at the Port of Long Beach will stay open to keep goods flowing, the port announced this week.
Workers – the port added – will be moving goods to and from ships “under the health-protective directives established by the U.S. Coast Guard and Customs and Border Protection, with guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.”
“While the port’s primary focus is to protect the well-being of the port and industry workforce, all stakeholders are working diligently to ensure that cargo operations continue, maintaining a vital link in the supply chain to ensure everyday goods continue to be available to Americans,” the port said.
And while the port has closed its administration building, Joint Security Command and Control Center and maintenance facility to the public until March 31 or further notice, port staff will still be available via phone or online.
In the midst of COVID-19, marine terminals at the Port of Long Beach will stay open to keep goods flowing, the port announced this week.
Workers – the port added – will be moving goods to and from ships “under the health-protective directives established by the U.S. Coast Guard and Customs and Border Protection, with guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.”
“While the port’s primary focus is to protect the well-being of the port and industry workforce, all stakeholders are working diligently to ensure that cargo operations continue, maintaining a vital link in the supply chain to ensure everyday goods continue to be available to Americans,” the port said.
And while the port has closed its administration building, Joint Security Command and Control Center and maintenance facility to the public until March 31 or further notice, port staff will still be available via phone or online.
Port of Oakland Terminals will Remain Open, Offices Close to Public
By Karen Robes Meeks
Marine terminals at the Port of Oakland will keep moving cargo on and off vessels amid regional COVID-19 concerns. “Our operations are critical to the health, safety, infrastructure and economy of our region,” said Port Executive Director Danny Wan. “We will continue to function as a vital gateway for global trade and transportation while doing everything possible to protect our employees, customers and business partners.”
While the port is exempt from an Alameda County shelter-in-place order (it’s considered an essential service), the port intends to have a resilience plan to staff its operations to limit the risk of exposure to employees. The port also said it was expected to meet with labor about staffing levels on the docks.
Marine terminals at the Port of Oakland will keep moving cargo on and off vessels amid regional COVID-19 concerns. “Our operations are critical to the health, safety, infrastructure and economy of our region,” said Port Executive Director Danny Wan. “We will continue to function as a vital gateway for global trade and transportation while doing everything possible to protect our employees, customers and business partners.”
While the port is exempt from an Alameda County shelter-in-place order (it’s considered an essential service), the port intends to have a resilience plan to staff its operations to limit the risk of exposure to employees. The port also said it was expected to meet with labor about staffing levels on the docks.
