General Press Releases

November 29, 2018

Harbor Police Dive Team Returns from Second Training Mission to Philippines

Public Safety

Download full size image Members of the Port of San Diego Harbor Police Dive Rescue Team have returned from their second training mission to the province of Batangas, located in the Philippines. Five dive team members led by Lt. Chris Woodward...

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November 21, 2018

Parade of Lights to Dazzle San Diego Bay with Decorative Vessels December 9 and 16

Experiences

One of the region’s most anticipated holiday events will take place on two Sundays in December. The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights, presented by the Port of San Diego, will delight spectators with a dazzling display of decorative vessels on Sunday,...

November 19, 2018

Port of San Diego Accepting Applications for Event Sponsorships for FY20

Experiences

The Port of San Diego is now accepting applications for its Tidelands Activation Program (TAP) for fiscal year 2020. Through sponsorships of regional and community events and activities, this program welcomes and connects residents and visitors to...

November 15, 2018

Port of San Diego Earns Eight Awards for Marketing & Communications

The Port of San Diego has been honored with a total of eight prestigious awards in two international competitions for its professional marketing, communications and public outreach campaigns, as well as its website and overall brand. MarCom Awards...

November 14, 2018

Shelter Island Boat Launch Construction Update: Ramp Expected to Reopen in December 2018

Waterfront Development

The Shelter Island Boat Launch Facility Improvement Project has made significant progress and the heavy construction work is now entering its final weeks. The Port of San Diego anticipates that public access to the boat ramp will be restored in...

November 5, 2018 - November 5, 2019

Port of San Diego Invites Public to Nov. 6, 2018 Board Meeting for Update on Central Embarcadero Project

Waterfront Development

The Port of San Diego invites the public to attend the regularly-scheduled meeting of the Board of Port Commissioners on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 to learn about the latest revisions proposed as part of the planned redevelopment of the Central...

October 25, 2018

Hundreds of Sailing Vessels to Take Part in 25th Annual Baja Ha Ha Regatta

Experiences

Baja Ha Ha, known as the largest sailing regatta on the West Coast, begins Monday, October 29, 2018 off the shores of Shelter Island, San Diego. At 10 a.m., hundreds of participating vessels will depart Shelter Island in a colorful parade of ships,...

October 25, 2018

Port of San Diego Invites Public to November 1, 2018 Board Item on Port Master Plan Update; Environmental Justice Policy Considerations to be Discussed

Waterfront Development

The Port of San Diego invites the public to attend the latest Board meeting during the drafting and discussion of the Port Master Plan Update (PMPU), which has been a priority project in 2017 and 2018, with extensive public outreach. The Board will...

October 25, 2018

Port of San Diego and The Brigantine, Inc. Celebrate Grand Opening and Debut of Ketch Grill & Taps and Portside Gelato & Coffee on Shelter Island

Waterfront Development

Download full size image High resolution photos available upon request. Shelter Island is now home to The Brigantine, Inc.’s two newest concepts – Ketch Grill & Taps and Portside Gelato & Coffee. The Port of San Diego and The Brigantine held a grand...

October 15, 2018

Port of San Diego Highlights Diversity Efforts, Releases Annual Equal Opportunity Program Report

The Port of San Diego is committed to a 21st Century Port culture of diversity and inclusion, and a new report describes the most recent year of results from the Port’s Equal Opportunity Program. The Board of Port Commissioners was presented with the...

October 12, 2018

Update: Port of San Diego Continues to Import Soil to Chula Vista Bayfront for Future Construction

Waterfront Development

The Port of San Diego has finished importing soil to the future site of the planned resort hotel and convention center on the Chula Vista Bayfront and is now importing soil to the future site of the new RV resort to be located at E Street and Bay...

October 4, 2018

Port of San Diego Remains Open and Operating in Wake of 9/25 Cybersecurity Incident

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: On October 4, 2018, the Port of San Diego issued an update from Chief Executive Officer Randa Coniglio regarding a cybersecurity incident that was first reported on Tuesday, September 25. "The Port of San Diego remains open for...

October 2, 2018

San Diego Ocean Planning Partnership Releases Draft Preliminary Assessment Report for Public Review-Public Invited to Attend Open House and Provide Feedback

Environment

Public Invited to Attend Open House and Provide Feedback The California State Lands Commission and the Port of San Diego have released the San Diego Ocean Planning Partnership’s Draft Preliminary Assessment Report. The public and stakeholders are...

October 1, 2018

Port of San Diego Recognized for Alternative Transportation Initiatives with 2018 SANDAG iCommute Diamond Award

As innovative champions in the safekeeping and environmental care of San Diego Bay and the surrounding waterfront, the Port of San Diego has earned a Gold Tier iCommute Diamond Award for Excellence in Commute Programs for Fiscal Year 2018 from the...

September 27, 2018

Port of San Diego Releases Additional Information on Cybersecurity Incident

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: At 2 p.m. on September 27, 2018, the Port of San Diego issued an update with additional information from Chief Executive Officer Randa Coniglio regarding a cybersecurity incident that was first reported on Tuesday, September 25....

September 27, 2018

Port of San Diego 9/27 Update on Cybersecurity Incident

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: On September 27, 2018, the Port of San Diego issued an update from Chief Executive Officer Randa Coniglio regarding a cybersecurity incident that was first reported on Tuesday, September 25. "The Port of San Diego continues to...

September 26, 2018

Port of San Diego Issues Statement on Cybersecurity Incident

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: On September 26, 2018, the Port of San Diego issued the following statement from Chief Executive Officer Randa Coniglio regarding a cybersecurity incident. "The Port of San Diego has experienced a serious cybersecurity incident...

September 19, 2018

Port of San Diego and City of Chula Vista Invite the Public to a Design Workshop for Two Future Chula Vista Bayfront Parks

Waterfront Development

SAN DIEGO – As part of ongoing outreach efforts for the Chula Vista Bayfront project, the Port of San Diego and the City of Chula Vista invite the public to attend a Design Workshop for the future Harbor and Sweetwater Parks, two areas that will...

September 14, 2018

Port of San Diego Joins Green Marine

Environment

As champions in the safekeeping and environmental care of San Diego Bay and its diverse ecosystems, the Port of San Diego has enrolled in Green Marine, North America’s largest voluntary environmental certification program for the maritime industry....

September 12, 2018

Port of San Diego’s 2018-2019 Cruise Season to Begin September 14

Maritime

The upcoming 2018-2019 cruise season, which kicks off Friday, September 14, 2018, will be the Port of San Diego’s best in seven years. The Port expects 92 cruise calls versus 84 from last season. Additionally, passenger counts will increase by 15...

September 11, 2018

Port of San Diego Nearly Sweeps the 2018 AAPA Environmental Improvement Awards

Waterfront Development

The Port of San Diego has received international recognition for its efforts in the safekeeping and environmental care of San Diego Bay and the surrounding waterfront. The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) has announced that the Port...

September 10, 2018

Shelter Island Boat Launch Ramp Construction Update: Concrete Ramp to Remain Closed through September 2018

Waterfront Development

While construction of the Shelter Island Boat Launch Facility project continues to make progress, the launch ramp is expected to remain closed to the public throughout the month of September 2018. The Port of San Diego recognizes that this extended...

September 4, 2018

Public Invited to Celebrate Green Port Month with the Port of San Diego

Environment

As champions of the safekeeping and environmental care of San Diego Bay and its dynamic waterfront, the Port of San Diego celebrates September as Green Port Month. An annual tradition since 2008, Green Port Month showcases the Port’s progress in...

August 30, 2018

Port of San Diego Earns Platinum Award in International dotComm Awards Competition

The Port of San Diego has been honored with a Platinum Award in the Government Website Category by dotComm Awards, an international competition recognizing excellence in web creativity and digital communication. The Port received the award on August...

August 28, 2018

Port of San Diego and San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Reach Rental Car Fee Settlement to Support Chula Vista Bayfront Project

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: On August 28, 2018, a joint statement was released by the Port of San Diego and the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority along with a copy of a settlement agreement signed on August 27, 2018. Statement by Port of San Diego...

August 17, 2018

Port of San Diego Approves Pilot Project to Demonstrate Seaweed Farming in San Diego Bay

Waterfront Development

As champions for the safekeeping and environmental care of our diverse ecosystems and as a leader of the Blue Economy in the San Diego region, the Port of San Diego is supporting a pilot project to demonstrate the feasibility and co-benefits of...

August 16, 2018

Operation Clean Sweep to Take Place Saturday, August 25

Environment

Operation Clean Sweep, the San Diego Port Tenants Association’s annual event to spruce up San Diego Bay and its shoreline, will take place Saturday, August 25, 2018. At the event, volunteers from the public work hand in hand with Port staff, Port...

August 13, 2018

Port of San Diego Honored for Special Achievement in GIS

Malcolm Meikle, GIS Supervisor, received the Special Achievement in GIS award on behalf of the Port. Esri, the global leader in spatial analytics, presented the Port of San Diego with Esri’s Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award on July 11, 2018 at...

August 7, 2018

Port of San Diego Named Among Top 5 Cruise Destinations in U.S. and Canada for Third Year in a Row

Maritime

For the third year in a row, Cruise Critic – the world’s leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community – has named the Port of San Diego one of the Top 5 cruise destinations in the United States and Canada. The recognition is part of Cruise...

August 2, 2018

Shelter Island Boat Launch Facility Construction Update; Launch to Remain Closed through August 2018

Construction of the Shelter Island Boat Launch Facility continues to make progress. Unfortunately, the launch ramp is expected to remain closed to the public throughout the month of August 2018. The Port of San Diego recognizes that this extended...

August 1, 2018

Port of San Diego Disappointed with Airport Authority’s Decision to Join Lawsuit that Threatens Funding for South Bay Waterfront Project

SAN DIEGO, Calif.: On August 1, 2018, Port of San Diego Chairman Rafael Castellanos issued a statement summarizing the Port’s reaction to the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority’s decision to join in a lawsuit. On July 24, 2018, the Airport...

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