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Keystone Park

Keystone Park is a 152-hectare serviced industrial logistics precinct strategically positioned on the N3 corridor between Durban Port and the interior. Located at Hammarsdale–Cato Ridge with direct N3 access and visibility, the node yields over 1 million m² of platform area and is profiled by municipal and industry sources as a catalytic logistics precinct that has attracted blue-chip occupiers.

The development offers fully serviced platforms suited to footprints from ~3,776 m² up to ~55,051 m², with some projects exceeding 100,000 m² under roof. Road geometry and yards are configured for high-throughput warehousing operations. The precinct's value proposition is tied to the N3 upgrade program and planned inland port activity in Cato Ridge, which shortens long-haul trucking times and reduces congestion closer to the Port.

Total Project Value: R10 billion. Keystone Park reached maturity in 2020 with large platforms sold and build-to-suit projects underway. The development has created thousands of permanent jobs—including approximately 800 at Dromex alone—and positioned KwaZulu-Natal as a key economic gateway linking Durban port to the interior via the N3. The development has also seen third-party investment, including Growthpoint's acquisition of a 13,870 m² logistics asset for R136 million, validating the node's investment appeal.

Unique Attributes: KZN's only custom-designed logistics & light industrial precinct. 27 m height limit to eaves (6 storeys). Fully serviced with water, power, telecoms, waste, fire and storm systems. Direct N3 access and visibility. Access to Hammarsdale / Mpumalanga labour market. Proximity to Cato Ridge Intermodal Hub (Dry Port) - 7 km away. 46 km from Durban Port. Cost saving ≈ R1,340 per 40-foot container (compared to Avoca/South Basin sites).

Available Platforms: Currently 7 platforms remaining, ranging from 13,000 m² to 54,335 m², offering opportunities for new occupiers to join this established logistics hub.

Anchor Occupiers & Facilities

• Mr Price Group - National Distribution Centre, Phase 1: 56,000 m² (completed 2017). Final footprint: ~100,000 m² under roof. 200,000 m² platform delivered in 3 months. Highly mechanised facility with smart-enabled warehouse engineered for climate resilience.
• Ackermans - Mega Distribution Centre, 94,000 m² DC operational since September 2018. Delivered in under 1 year. One of the early anchor tenants alongside Mr Price.
• Pepkor / PEP - National Distribution Centre, 122,000 m² fully automated mega-facility. Construction began 2020. Recognised in 2023 specialist awards for ground-improvement works. Features advanced sustainability measures including rainwater harvesting and on-site storage.
• Dromex - 8,000 m² CMT facility (completed 2019). Large safety equipment manufacturer employing approximately 800 people in the precinct.
• Kerry Ingredients - Sub-Saharan blending plant, significant investment in the precinct. Blending facility operational.
• Nu Dawn Eggs - Distribution Centre, egg distribution depot operational in the precinct.
• Malda Pack - 14,000–15,000 m² facility (completed 2016/2017). Early building constructed in the precinct, occupied by Malda Pack & United Transport.
• ND Engineering - 8,000 m² facility (completed 2019).
• KDG Warehouses - Warehouse facilities operational.
• Sequence Logistics - Refrigeration Centre, operational in the precinct.
• Additional Tenants: Unilever, Value Logistics, Bata, Massmart, Merlog, Illovo, Boxer, United Distribution, Bulk Connection / Bidvest, and Pep Truck Yard.
• Growthpoint Properties - Acquired 13,870 m² logistics asset in Keystone for R136 million, demonstrating third-party investor confidence in the node.

Sustainability & Infrastructure Resilience

Keystone Park and its tenants have implemented comprehensive resilience measures to address operational challenges. The precinct features advanced water management systems including rainwater harvesting, tanker bridging, and on-site storage capacity to mitigate service intermittency. These measures ensure operational continuity and demonstrate Rokwil's commitment to sustainable, resilient infrastructure development.

Western Corridor Integrated Freight Hub

Rokwil identified nationwide port and freight congestion as a major economic constraint. The Western Corridor Integrated Freight Hub at Cato Ridge is proposed as a massive multi-modal logistics solution to decongest Durban Port.

Location: Cato Ridge – chosen for its geography, topography, existing infrastructure and its position on the Natcor rail line and N3 freeway. Designated as part of the Durban–Free State–Gauteng Strategic Integrated Project (SIP 2).

Scope: Valued ≈ R100 billion — expected to increase port capacity by 35% and create tens of thousands of jobs.

Key Components

• Truck Staging & Container Handling – Decongests Durban Port with security checks, cargo scanning and document verification.
• 2 km Rail Siding on Natcor Line – Direct link to Johannesburg for efficient freight transport.
• Warehousing & Back-of-Port Facilities – Extensive logistics infrastructure.
• Solar Power & Water Harvesting Systems – Rooftop solar energy generation across hundreds of thousands of m², with hydrogen cell storage potential.
• Agri-Farming Zones – Utilising unused steep land with drip-fed agriculture using recycled water.
• Cargo Hub & Private Airport – 4 km runway for air freight and auto/pharma/electronics logistics.
• Auto Supply Park – Potential Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for automotive manufacturing.

Progress: Keystone Park Phase 1: ≈ 70% complete. Phase 2: advancing rapidly. Private fundraising nearly finalised; Presidential Project gazetting in process. Truck staging to start within 3–4 months.