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Cornubia
Durban's High-Speed Logistical Spine

Cornubia is Durban's premier 1,300-hectare industrial and logistics hub. Review A-grade property, 3.3% low vacancies, and the R50 billion development pipeline for KZN investors.

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Industrial Vacancy

3.3%

Ave. Gross Rental

R105 – R140/m²

Capital Growth

8.6%

Development Pipeline

R50 Billion

Cornubia — A Strategic Industrial Hub

Cornubia is a flagship mixed-use development located north of Durban, strategically positioned between the established hubs of uMhlanga and Mount Edgecombe.4 This precinct functions as a catalytic project, a joint venture between the eThekwini Municipality and Tongaat Hulett Developments (THD), intended to stimulate regional economic growth through integrated land use. The area has successfully attracted blue-chip tenants and multinational logistics providers by offering world-class infrastructure and a high-security environment.

Cornubia's Nodes & Precincts

The development is organised into specialised zones that cater to specific industrial, commercial, and residential needs. This segmentation ensures that heavy logistics operations do not conflict with the high-street retail experience or the tranquility of residential neighbourhoods.

Office
Industrial
Commercial
Retail

Industrial & Business Estate (CIBE)

The most established precinct, offering 70 hectares of platform land and 480,000m² of bulk space for light industry and warehousing.

Office ParkIndustrialCommercial

Cornubia Mall & Retail Park

A multi-billion-rand retail hub featuring 85,000m² of shopping and lifestyle space, anchored by major national food and clothing retailers.

Office ParkRetail

N2 Business Estate

A high-visibility precinct located adjacent to the N2 freeway, designed for large-format retailers and regional distribution centres.

RetailCommercial

Ridge Logistics Park

A specialised 28-hectare logistics complex optimised for massive distribution operations with cutting-edge green building features.

Commercial

Town Centre (CTC)

The emerging commercial heart of Cornubia, intended to serve as a high-density urban core for professional services and healthcare.

Office ParkOffice

Cornubia Business Hub

A sold-out 12-hectare precinct that caters to service-oriented businesses and provides a bridge between industrial and retail zones.

Commercial

Cornubia's Arterial Routes

Access is the primary driver of commercial success in the northern corridor. Cornubia’s road network is designed to facilitate the rapid movement of goods while maintaining ease of access for the local workforce.

N2 Freeway

This national mobility spine provides a direct high-speed connection between the Durban Harbour and King Shaka International Airport.

M41 Arterial Road

Connects Cornubia to the uMhlanga Ridge and the coastal business belt, featuring the recently upgraded Flanders Drive bridge.

R102 Provincial Road

Serves as the primary western link for local distribution and staff commuting between Cornubia, Phoenix, and Verulam.

Cornubia Boulevard

The planned central spine of the precinct that links the R102 to the N2 and features a dedicated bridge into the uMhlanga New Town Centre.

JG Champion Drive

A critical road-over-rail link that has significantly improved heavy vehicle access into the Industrial and Business Estate from the R102.

Cornubia's Notable Developments

Investors monitor the construction pipeline as a measure of long-term ROI (return on investment). The ongoing projects in Cornubia demonstrate a multi-billion-rand commitment to the area’s growth.

Tecoma Park Logistics under construction
Under Construction

Tecoma Park Logistics

Completion: July 2027

A R392 million flagship development by Growthpoint Properties, offering 36,830m² of A-grade logistics space with flexible units and solar integration.

Cornubia Integrated Development
Under Construction

Cornubia Integrated Development

Completion: 2028

Cornubia Integrated Development is a 1,300ha mixed-use hub in Durban. 2,666 homes are occupied; Phase 2 is underway. The mall and industrial estates are operational. Boulevard tenders are out, and Fundamentum are planning the CTC precinct. The project delivers on "live, work, play" via transit-oriented design.

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Under Construction

Pipeline Upgrade

Completion: 2028

A major utility project upgrading the Blackburn to Phoenix water network to support the precinct’s high-capacity manufacturing and fire safety needs.

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