Cato Ridge Area Guide

Thomas  Plotts, Commercial Property Broker

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Area Overview

CATO RIDGE, KZN: THE PRIME INDUSTRIAL HUB

Cato Ridge, located between Camperdown and Hillcrest, is a strategic industrial hub 50km from Durban Port and 30km from Pietermaritzburg. As a part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, it is a central and accessible location for transportation and logistics, thanks to its position on the N3 corridor connecting Durban to Johannesburg.

INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES IN CATO RIDGE

With support from the South African government and local eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, Cato Ridge has become a hotspot for industrial development. Incentives such as tax breaks and grants attract businesses to establish operations there. Large warehouses, such as the immaculate 32 500 sqm Cato Ridge DC Warehouse, are standard, and well-situated plots of vacant land like Hardenel Yard offer massive investment opportunities.

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES IN CATO RIDGE

Various properties are available for businesses looking to establish themselves in Cato Ridge. From the spacious Nordic Park Unit 13 and Nordic Park Unit 2 to the strategically located Nordic Park Unit 15, options suit different industrial needs.

MARKET TRENDS AND PROJECTIONS

Cato Ridge is one of the fastest-growing industrial corridors in South Africa. The Cato Ridge Dry Port project, backed by the CATO RIDGE LOGISTICS HUB CONSORTIUM (CRLHC), is set to comprise R2.6 billion in infrastructure development, including Intermodal Terminal, Tank Farm, Logistics & Industrial Park, and Automotive Terminal.

KEY INDUSTRIES

Significant industries in Cato Ridge include large industrial logistics, manufacturing, and transport companies. Notable companies include Bakers Logistics, Merlog Foods, Value Logistics, SAFAL Steel, Omnia Fertiliser, Frey’s Food Brands, and Assmang.

ACCESSIBILITY AND TRANSPORT

The N3 highway developments and efficient rail network connecting the Durban port to the Cato Ridge Dry Port enhance transport and accessibility. The future of transportation in Cato Ridge looks bright, with plans for upgrading the network.

LOCAL AMENITIES

Cato Ridge is more than an industrial hub; it’s a place to call home. With amenities like the Hibiscus Hospital and Cato Ridge Golf Club and proximity to the residential area of Hillcrest, life in Cato Ridge isn’t all business.

Cato Ridge is the industrial future of KZN. With development plans in place and land stretching as far as the eyes can see, it’s a no-brainer to invest your industrial dreams into Cato Ridge. Be part of the evolution; there’s no better place for your industrial needs.

SUMMARY

  • Location: Situated between Camperdown and Hillcrest, 50km from Durban Port and 30km from Pietermaritzburg.
  • Industrial Properties: Large warehouses and vacant lands available, including Cato Ridge DC Warehouse and Hardenel Yard.
  • Available Properties: Options like Nordic Park Unit 13 and Nordic Park Unit 15 for different industrial needs.
  • Market Trends: Fast-growing industrial corridor with significant infrastructure development.
  • Key Industries: Home to large logistics, manufacturing, and transport companies.
  • Accessibility and Transport: Enhanced by N3 highway developments and efficient rail network.
  • Local Amenities: Includes Hibiscus Hospital, Cato Ridge Golf Club, and proximity to Hillcrest.
  • Investment Opportunity: Prime location for industrial growth and success in KZN.