EAST BAY

• USDMF
• Latitude: 44.7683
• Longitude: -85.5056
• Great Lakes
• Marina in US

Location: US

East Bay typically refers to the eastern section of the San Francisco Bay in California, one of the most significant maritime hubs in the United States. The principal ports in this region are the Port of Oakland and, to a lesser extent, the Port of Richmond. Below is an overview of their descriptions and specifications:

Port of Oakland

Location: Oakland, California, part of the East Bay region in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Coordinates: Approximately 37.7830° N, 122.3021° W

Overview:

• One of the busiest container ports in the United States, playing a crucial role in trans-Pacific trade.
• A key gateway for goods entering and leaving the Pacific Rim.

Facilities:

• Berths: More than 20 berths.
• Cranes: State-of-the-art container cranes, including Post-Panamax and Super Post-Panamax types.
• Channels: Deep-water channels that can accommodate large container ships.
• Warehousing: Extensive warehousing and logistics facilities.
• Intermodal Connections: High connectivity with rail (BNSF and Union Pacific) and road networks.

Specifications:

• Depth: Channels are dredged consistently to handle deep-draft vessels, typically 50 feet.
• Container Terminals: Major terminals include Oakland International Container Terminal (OICT), TraPac Terminal, and Everport Terminal Services.
• Annual Throughput: Handles over 2.5 million TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) each year.

Services:

• Full-service port including container handling, bulk cargo, breakbulk, and roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) services.
• Advanced logistics and distribution services.
• Import and export, transshipment services, and customs facilities.

Port of Richmond

Location: Richmond, California, north of Oakland in the East Bay region.

Coordinates: Approximately 37.9160° N, 122.3748° W

Overview:

• Smaller than the Port of Oakland but still significant, especially for petroleum and bulk cargo.
• Key industries: crude oil handling, bulk and liquid bulk cargoes, dry bulk materials, and automobiles.

Facilities:

• Berths: Multiple berths, including specialized ones for bulk and petroleum products.
• Terminals: Dedicated terminals for various types of cargo, including Chevron’s Richmond Refinery docks.
• Warehousing: Adequate warehousing and storage facilities for bulk goods.

Specifications:

• Depth: Typically ranges between 35 to 38 feet, with plans for further maintenance dredging.
• Annual Throughput: Significant throughput for bulk cargoes, especially petroleum products.
• Specialized Handling: Facilities for handling petroleum, liquid chemicals, and autos.

Services:

• Major petroleum shipping and receiving point in Northern California.
• Handles a variety of cargo including vehicles, dry bulk, and breakbulk.

Both ports form an integral part of the logistics chain in the East Bay region, with the Port of Oakland being the primary container port and the Port of Richmond specializing in bulk and petroleum products. Enhanced intermodal connections and strategic positioning make these ports critical nodes in global trade networks.