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Overview Situated just outside the eThekwini Municipality city limits, approximately 40km from the Durban Port and 35km from Pietermaritzburg, in the heart of Durban's Outer West on the N3 Durban/JHB corridor lies the older industrial suburb of Hammarsdale. The area has seen great change over time as it's now home to many businesses that offer employment opportunities to locals. There are two components, the new developments just up from the N3 interchange and the revitalised older portion which was previously home to many large textile companies. The logistics and industrial properties in the older portion have been renovated to include new features that make them more...

Cato Ridge is situated 35 minutes from Durban and 20 minutes from Pietermaritzburg. Camperdown, which is the neighboring suburb, is being punted as the “Midrand” between the two cities. Camperdown and Cato Ridge are essentially both farming communities. They were set up in the early 1800’s after the Anglo Boer War. The area then was said to be a good chicken breeding area and is now home to Rainbow Chickens. Although farming is still the mainstay of the region, other industries have moved into the area. The general neighborhood comprises agricultural lands, with intermittent commercial development supporting local farm labourers and the agricultural industry. It is...

One of the most prominent mixed-use developments to embrace the Durban landscape is the monumental, Cornubia. Launched in April 2014 by Tongaat Hulett Developments and the eThekwini Municipality, the R25 Billion project is located on the north coast of KZN, in close proximity to the Mount Edgecombe Country Club. Cornubia  sits just 7 km from the King Shaka International Airport and Dube Tradeport, and 17 km from the Durban CBD. The node is known as the northern corridor and it is currently undergoing significant commercial and industrial growth as a result of a productive partnership between the private business sector and the provincial government. Declared as a...

LocationThe Congella Industrial node is situated between the residential area of Glenwood and Maydon Wharf. Due to its close proximity to the Durban Port, this area has become an important industrial zone for the city, containing a number of key businesses. The suburb is bisected by the M4 Southern Freeway and is made up of distribution facilities and large warehousing. The area has easy access to the Durban CBD and the surrounding suburbs. Congella is just 2 kilometers from all major Port entrances in Maydon Wharf and Bayhead. This makes it an ideal location for businesses that need to be close to major ports. The area falls within zone 1 of the container cartage charge...

The Durban CBD is a melting pot of businesses that come together in the heart of the province. Here, blue-chip and multinational companies and small to medium businesses enjoy the benefits of being situated near key arterial routes, the Port of Durban (harbour) and a wide selection of amenities. The region is home to The Durban High Court, The Durban ICC, North and South Beach and various retail outlets, and financial and learning institutions including Woolworths, Damelin and FNB. Durban is the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal and it is also the most populous in the province, these factors have enabled the city centre to evolve into a bustling metropolis that sustains...

Overview  Jacobs is an industrial area located south of the Durban Port. It is home to a number of factories, warehouses and businesses, and forms part of the Durban South Industrial Basin. The area is very sought after due to its close proximity to the Port of Durban. The port is a major hub for trade in the region, and many businesses are located nearby.  Jacobs is located near several major highways, making it easy to get around. The M7, N2 and N3 highways are nearby, providing quick access to other parts of the city. The area falls within zone 1 and 2 of the container cartage charge from the Port of Durban, thus charges for containers coming out of and into the...

Overview  Maydon Wharf is the key cargo handling facility in Durban. It is responsible for handling the majority of the country's imports and exports, making it a vital part of the local economy. Maydon Wharf is also home to a busy container terminal, which sees a constant stream of ships coming and going. Unfortunately it has a poor and congested immediate road network however, Maydon Wharf is positioned relatively close to all the arterial routes and once out of the immediate area, distribute of cargo around the province and rest South Africa is relatively easy. Properties in this area are in high demand as majority of business operations in this zone are...

LocationThe business district of Riverhorse Valley is home to many blue chip companies. These companies are leaders in their industries, and they provide thousands of jobs for people in the area. The businesses in this district are an important part of the local economy, and they contribute to the vibrant community that makes Riverhorse Valley a great place to run one's business. Located alongside the N2 Freeway, this area has excellent facilities and an incredible location that make it a desirable place for top-tier firms from all over KwaZulu-Natal! The node's proximity to major roads makes it an ideal place for warehouses and logistics facilities. The big plus about...

Approximately 15km inland from the Durban CBD is the ever expanding, commercial hub of Westville. Originating as a farm and named in honour of the first British lieutenant-governor of Natal, Martin West – Westville was established in 1847. Developing from a smallish settlement of German settlers the town soon grew and was proclaimed a municipality in 1956. Previously an independent borough, it now forms part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality. Today Westville spans a total area of 30.76 km2 that is found between New Germany, Queensburgh and the Berea. One of Westville’s biggest drawing cards is its central location and easy access to neighbouring areas via...

Mobeni form part of the greater South Industrial Basin region. Mobeni West is situated west of South Coast Road and is primarily occupied by large-scale industrial premises geared towards manufacturing. Mobeni East forms part of the township of Dunns Grant. The Mobeni East and Jacobs Industrial node is bisected by the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway (M4) and is in an area south of the Harbour and north of the Durban Airport. This area has experienced increased demand and with the recent completion of the upgrading of the Quality Street intersection with the M4, this trend should remain. This node is approximately 13 kilometres south of the Durban Central Business District....