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Port of Oakland September Cargo Volumes Dips Due To Trump Tarriffs But Port Of Oakland Burry’s Lede
The Port of Oakland issued a press release that had this title: “Port of Oakland September cargo volumes dip amid shifting trade patterns” but the first paragraph reads “The Port of Oakland handled 178,942 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in September 2025, a 6.6 percent decline year-over-year and 7 percent below August volumes. Port officials said the decrease reflects market adjustments tied to tariff uncertainty and shifting global trade flows rather than the usual seasonal trends.”
That’s called “Burrying the Lede” in the news business, or “failing to emphasize the most important part of a story or account.” That is a very controversial development. It smacks of the Port of Oakland taking the heat off the Trump Administration regarding Port of Oakland economic conditions by leaving out mention of the Trump Tarriffs in the press release title.
Here’s the full press release:
The Port of Oakland handled 178,942 twenty-foot containers (TEUs) in September 2025, a 6.6 percent decline year-over-year and 7 percent below August volumes. Port officials said the decrease reflects market adjustments tied to tariff uncertainty and shifting global trade flows rather than the usual seasonal trends.
Full imports totaled 75,716 TEUs, down 7.9 percent from September 2024, while full exports reached 60,123 TEUs, a 2.2 percent decrease. Despite these short-term dips, overall trade flows remained balanced, supported by steady vessel calls and efficient terminal operations.
Year-to-date through September, Oakland marine terminals processed 1.72 million TEUs, up 0.7 percent compared to the same period last year. Full imports rose 1.6 percent, and full exports were up 0.5 percent, reflecting stable performance amid tariff-related volatility in global markets.
The Port recorded 82 vessel calls in September compared with 90 a year ago. However, average vessel utilization climbed to 2,193 TEUs per call, up 1.8 percent, signaling continued deployment of larger ships and operational efficiency across terminals.
“While trade patterns are shifting in response to global tariff uncertainty, Oakland continues to demonstrate stability and resilience,” said Bryan Brandes, Port of Oakland Maritime Director. “We’re seeing larger ships and steady year-to-date growth, which reflects the confidence carriers and cargo owners have in Oakland’s long-term position as a key gateway for U.S. trade.”
Port officials said the September slowdown reflects changes in how cargo is moving through global supply chains. Some importers accelerated shipments earlier in the year to avoid potential tariff impacts, which reduced typical fall peak activity. On the export side, California’s agricultural and refrigerated shippers continue to manage softer overseas demand and cost pressures tied to tariffs.
“The Port of Oakland remains focused on long-term infrastructure investment and achieving our sustainability goals,” said Port Executive Director Kristi McKenney. “Even in months when global market conditions fluctuate, we’re building the infrastructure and partnerships that ensure Oakland stays competitive and continues to serve our regional economy and support the nearly 100,000 jobs that the Port of Oakland creates.”
Despite these headwinds, the Port continues to focus on efficiency improvements, environmental initiatives, and terminal investments that strengthen long-term competitiveness.
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