Rarely does an industrial asset of this scale, prominence and strategic importance become available within Durban's highly sought-after Southern Industrial Basin. To be offered by public auction on 21 July 2026, this exceptional manufacturing and logistics facility at 25 Richard Carte Road, Mobeni presents a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial industrial holding that offers both immediate investment returns and long-term strategic occupation potential.

Whether acquired by an investor seeking secure income from a blue-chip tenant or by an owner-occupier looking to secure a future operational base within one of Durban's most established industrial precincts, this property represents an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to replicate in today's market.

Locality
Positioned within the heart of Mobeni's established industrial precinct, the property enjoys exceptional connectivity to Durban Harbour, the South Basin industrial corridor, major transport routes and regional distribution networks. Situated approximately 300 metres from the M4 Southern Freeway interchange and benefiting from frontage to Richard Carte Road and Quality Street, the property provides convenient access for staff, suppliers, customers and heavy vehicle movements alike.

Mobeni has long been recognised as one of Durban's premier manufacturing and logistics nodes due to its proximity to the Port of Durban, established industrial infrastructure and access to major arterial routes. As industrial land becomes increasingly scarce and large industrial facilities become harder to develop economically, securing a property of this magnitude within such an established location has become a strategic consideration for many corporate occupiers.

Improvements
Occupying a combined site area of approximately 45,458m², the property comprises an extensive industrial complex offering approximately 33,845m² of gross lettable area. The improvements have been purpose-built to accommodate large-scale manufacturing, warehousing and distribution operations and provide flexibility for a wide range of industrial users.

The facility incorporates two substantial double-volume factory and warehouse buildings interconnected by a container-height loading area that allows efficient movement of goods between operational areas. The buildings offer expansive floor plates, generous internal volumes, multiple loading points and extensive support facilities, making them suitable for manufacturing, storage, logistics, assembly and distribution operations.

The office component extends to approximately 2,560m² and is complemented by boardroom facilities, administration offices, canteen facilities, staff ablutions and ancillary support areas. Extensive covered loading areas, dedicated loading docks, roller shutter access points and substantial hardened yard areas further enhance operational efficiency.

The property also benefits from approximately 11,000m² of paved circulation and yard areas, multiple secure access points, covered parking facilities, perimeter security infrastructure and excellent internal vehicle movement. The scale and layout of the improvements would be costly and time-consuming to replicate in the current market, creating a significant barrier to entry for competing facilities.

Income Potential
The property is currently occupied by Nampak DivFood under a long-term lease extending until 31 August 2031. The lease provides a secure income stream of approximately R2.19 Million per month, offering purchasers strong income growth during the balance of the lease term.

For investors, the property offers an opportunity to acquire a high-value industrial asset supported by a nationally recognised tenant and predictable rental income. For strategic occupiers, the lease period provides a valuable planning horizon during which future operational requirements, relocation strategies and expansion programmes can be carefully considered before taking occupation of the facility.

Future Occupation Opportunity
Large industrial facilities situated within established logistics corridors are becoming increasingly difficult to acquire. Escalating construction costs, limited availability of suitably zoned industrial land and lengthy development approval processes have made the replacement of facilities of this scale both expensive and time-consuming.

This property therefore presents a compelling opportunity for manufacturers, logistics companies, distributors, exporters and large-scale industrial operators seeking to secure their long-term presence within Durban's Southern Industrial Basin. By acquiring the property today, an owner-occupier can effectively reserve a strategic operational platform for future occupation while benefiting from a substantial income stream in the interim.

Surrounding Environment
The surrounding area is characterised by a concentration of national and multinational industrial occupiers operating within the manufacturing, packaging, logistics, transport and distribution sectors. The node's proximity to Durban Port, major freeways and established labour catchment areas continues to underpin demand from industrial users.

Properties capable of accommodating large-scale industrial operations within this location are tightly held and infrequently brought to market. The combination of scale, accessibility, infrastructure and long-term strategic value places this asset among the most significant industrial offerings currently available within the region.