General Press Releases

The Port of San Diego is seeking additional feedback on the latest draft design for the National City Bayfront’s Pepper Park. The public is also asked to help decide which new park amenities – like a splash pad, child play improvements, shade...

Port of San Diego President and CEO Joe Stuyvesant has appointed Magda Fernandez as the new Harbor Police chief/vice president of public safety, and she has promoted Jeffrey Geary to assistant chief. Chief Fernandez and Assistant Chief Geary were...

As a national leader in deploying clean air technologies, the Port of San Diego is moving forward with a system to control and capture cargo vessel emissions, also known as a bonnet. The bonnet will be available for use by cargo vessels that aren’t...

The Board of Port Commissioners has approved agreements with 12 environmental education programs to provide innovative, hands-on curriculum to an estimated 75,000 students within the San Diego Bay watershed. The agreements are a component of the Port...

As part of the Chula Vista Bayfront redevelopment, several roads near and around Bayside Park are anticipated to close soon. The closures will allow for construction crews to demolish existing structures as well as to build and install new public...

Port of San Diego President and CEO Joe Stuyvesant has appointed Anthony Evangelista as the Port’s new chief of staff and Elba Gomez as the new vice president of administration/chief administrative officer. “As a dynamic leader, Tony specializes in...

The Port of San Diego joins public agencies throughout the country in celebrating May 15-21, 2022 as National Public Works Week, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA). On May 10, the Board of Port Commissioners authorized a...

As an environmental champion for San Diego Bay and the surrounding waterfront, the Port of San Diego is continuing its support of The Living Coast Discovery Center’s Ridgway's Rail Propagation Program with a commitment of up to $180,000 over five...

B-roll and high-resolution photos available here. The Port of San Diego’s Pepper Park redesign and improvements budget has received a $250,000 infusion thanks to Austal USA, which is operating a new ship repair facility on the National City Bayfront...

May is Maritime Month at the Port of San Diego, and the Port is celebrating by recognizing its Working Waterfront employees and showcasing the many benefits the maritime industry provides to the San Diego region. The Port’s maritime industry includes...

Major Milestone in Park Funding and Timeline The Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum have reached an agreement that lays out a plan to fully convert Navy Pier into a new public park, proposed to be called “Freedom Park,” on San Diego Bay’s North...

Register for IN-PERSON Meeting Scheduled for May 5 As part of the Port of San Diego’s efforts to transform Pepper Park into a resource that visitors and residents will cherish for years to come on the National City Bayfront, the public is invited to...

The Port of San Diego is saddened by the passing of Commissioner Emeritus Bob Nelson. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues and offer our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Commissioner Emeritus Nelson...

The Port of San Diego and its partners at Protea Properties and SLP Urban Planning have been recognized with the prestigious Economic Prosperity Award for the revitalization of Seaport Village. Part of the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s “Create the...

The Port of San Diego welcomes Danielle Moore as the newest commissioner to represent the City of San Diego. On March 16, 2022, Commissioner Moore was sworn in by Port District Clerk Donna Morales, who administered the oath of office. “Danielle’s...

As part of the Port of San Diego’s ongoing commitment to the environmental care of San Diego Bay and the surrounding waterfront and communities, the Board of Port Commissioners has approved the purchase of 14 electric vehicles (EVs) from National...

Virtual Community Meeting Scheduled for March 23 As part of the Port of San Diego’s efforts to enhance public access and recreation on the National City Bayfront, the public is invited to continue to engage in the process to transform Pepper Park...

Action Supports the Port’s Maritime Clean Air Strategy Goals and “Health Equity for All” Vision In support of clean air for all, the Port of San Diego has purchased two all-electric Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 Mobile Harbor Cranes to replace the...

The Port of San Diego is another step closer to doubling shore power capability at its B Street and Broadway Pier cruise ship terminals to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on and around San Diego Bay. At its meeting on January...

The Port of San Diego welcomes Frank Urtasun as the newest commissioner to represent the City of Coronado. On January 2, 2022, Commissioner Urtasun was sworn in by Port District Clerk Donna Morales, who administered the oath of office. “Frank’s...

The San Diego waterfront will come alive on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 when the 30th annual Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade makes its way down North Harbor Drive. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. near the County Administration Building on North...

The Port of San Diego, in partnership with the California State Coastal Conservancy and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, has begun installation of the South Bay Native Oyster Living Shoreline Project adjacent to the Chula Vista Wildlife Refuge. This...

San Diego Bay will transform into a holiday haven on Sunday, December 12 and Sunday, December 19, 2021, when the San Diego Bay Parade of Lights returns. Presented by the Port of San Diego, the parade is one of the region’s most anticipated holiday...

The Port of San Diego is extending the public review period for the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Port Master Plan Update (PMPU). The public review and input period will now close at 5 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2022...

The Port of San Diego is opening the doors to its Aquatic Center from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, for a free, family-friendly holiday celebration for the community. The Port’s Aquatic Center is located in the heart of Pepper Park at...

The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has granted concept approval for a 450-room hotel development by Sunroad HIE Hotel Partners, L.P. and has also authorized the issuance of a Coastal Development Permit for the project. The area for...

Continuing robust public outreach in the Port of San Diego’s planning for the “future of the Port,” more formally known as the Port Master Plan Update (PMPU), the public and stakeholders are invited to review and provide feedback on the Draft Program...

The policy document aims to balance community health improvements through cleaner air while also supporting efficient and modern maritime businesses and jobs. The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has approved a policy document to help...

The Port of San Diego along with Embarcadero businesses is launching Wonderfront Wednesdays. Every Wednesday, October 13 through December 15, 2021, pop-up events will take place at various locations along the San Diego Bay Embarcadero from 5 p.m. to...

The Port of San Diego welcomes the return of cruise lines and cruise passengers. On Friday, October 1, the Disney Wonder and Grand Princess will be the first sailings out of San Diego since spring 2020. The Disney Wonder is setting sail for a four...