Press Releases

The Port of San Diego has released the sixth edition of its Blue Economy Incubator (BEI) Highlights Report, which features the program’s impact in numbers, a growing list of worldwide partnerships, and local, national and international media coverage...

The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has approved a one-year pilot project for $250,000 with VoltSafe Inc. through its Blue Economy Incubator (BEI). As a leader of the region’s blue economy, the Port of San Diego established its Blue...

On August 26, 2025, the Port of San Diego is holding a second community meeting in Barrio Logan on an upcoming project that will make improvements to the southeastern waterfront area of César Chávez Park. The Port of San Diego is seeking community...

On Friday, August 8, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Port of San Diego Harbor Police officers responded to a report of a person down on the westbound lanes near the 4400 block of North Harbor Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult...

The Port of San Diego and San Diego Working Waterfront invite the public to participate in the 35th annual Operation Clean Sweep on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at various locations around San Diego Bay. The annual event focuses on removing trash and...

Construction at Pepper Park continues with some additional temporary closures as crews work to make improvements to the park. Starting July 28, 2025, the park’s restrooms and fishing pier will be closed for two weeks and are scheduled to reopen on...

MEDIA CONTACT: Sgt. Jose Torres, 619.359.9727, jtorres@portofsandiego.org The Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department has arrested Frank D’Anna, a 40-year-old adult and booked him into county jail for 655(B) Harbor and Navigation Code Boating...

The National City based nonprofit Ocean Connectors is the Port of San Diego’s Anchors of Excellence awardee for July. The group is honored for its continued service to the public in the areas of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and youth...

The Port of San Diego has been awarded $5.55 million in federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) to support berth repairs at the National City Marine Terminal (NCMT), a key cargo-handling...

The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners passed a resolution authorizing the Port to enter a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with National City to contribute a total of $2 million in grant matching funds to support the construction of...

On July 15, the Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners adopted a resolution proclaiming July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month. The Port joins the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and communities across the U.S. in recognizing...

Pepper Park is one step closer to unveiling a new playground designed for community members and visitors to enjoy. Beginning July 23, 2025, when many kids in the South Bay return to school, construction crews will fence off the existing playground...

CONTACT: Lt. Victor Banuelos, 619.823.9135, vibanuel@portofsandiego.org The Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department is participating in Operation Dry Water, a nationwide campaign focused on preventing boating under the influence (BUI) and...

The Port of San Diego has been recertified by Green Marine, an international voluntary environmental certification program for the maritime industry. The Port first enrolled in Green Marine in 2018 and has achieved annual certification since. This...

The Port of San Diego has been awarded National Accreditation through the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the third time in eight years. The Port first received National Accreditation through APWA in July 2017 and again in July 2021. The...

Scoping period open until July 21 The Port of San Diego is hosting two scoping meetings for a zero emissions (ZE) battery-electric truck charging station proposed in West National City by Skychargers, LLC (Skycharger). The meetings are part of a...

The public is invited to celebrate Independence Day on San Diego Bay with the Port of San Diego’s Big Bay Boom. The spectacular fireworks display during which fireworks are launched simultaneously from four barges on the bay takes place at 9 p.m. on...

The Port of San Diego is entering the final step of design for the first phase of improvements for Harbor Park, currently known as Bayside Park, on the Chula Vista Bayfront. Construction on the first phase, referred to as the Upland Improvements...

The Coronado-based nonprofit Emerald Keepers is the Port of San Diego’s Anchors of Excellence awardee for June. The group is honored for its continued service to the public in the areas of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Port Chair...

The Port of San Diego invites the community to attend “A Day at the Park: A Port Experiences Series” event at Chula Vista Bayfront Park. The free family-friendly event is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. “We’re excited...

The Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department is hiring! Whether starting a career in law enforcement or making a switch, the Port invites potential applicants to attend an upcoming open house. Discover more about this unique public safety agency...

The Port of San Diego won the Green Port Award at the 2025 Green World Awards presented at the Breakbulk Europe Conference on May 13, 2025. This international recognition celebrates the Port’s leadership in sustainable maritime operations through the...

The Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department arrested John Stea, a 35-year-old member of the military, and charged him with Making a False Bomb Threat, California Penal Code (PC) 148.1, and False Report of a Security Threat, San Diego County...

The Port of San Diego joins public agencies throughout the country in celebrating May 18-24, 2025 as National Public Works Week to honor public works professionals and recognize the important role they play in our everyday lives. Since 1960, the...

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Port of San Diego with a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year...

PHOTO CREDIT: Gaylord Pacific With the cut of a ceremonial ribbon, the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center is officially open for business, relaxation, and leisure. Built in partnership by the Port of San Diego, City of Chula Vista, and RIDA...

The Port of San Diego invites the community to attend “A Day at the Park: A Port Experiences Series” event at César Chávez Park. The free family-friendly event is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. “Our vibrant waterfront...

The Port of San Diego is hosting two upcoming pop-up events to continue gathering feedback on the next phase of improvements to César Chávez Park. The Port is seeking community input to inform the design of this project which looks to enhance the...

The Chula Vista-based nonprofit Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee (MAAC) is the Port of San Diego’s Anchors of Excellence awardee for May. MAAC is honored for its continued service to the public in the areas of community education and wellness...

The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has approved a two-year pilot project for $300,000 with MarineLabs Data Systems Inc. through its Blue Economy Incubator (BEI). As a catalyst for the region’s blue economy, the Port of San Diego...