A Closer Look at Alberton's Industrial Sector

Gauteng is the biggest contributor to SA’s GDP, with the industrial sector playing an imperative role in the national economy. In particular, manufacturing dominates the economy and provides 40% of the country’s total output. The province’s status as a formidable industrial hub is owed to a number of key towns that have catapulted it to international standards.

Gauteng has five key industrial sub-regions that are a hive of activity and revolve predominantly around manufacturing, logistics and distribution. These areas include the Vaal Triangle, the East, West and Central Rand, and Pretoria. 

Zoning-in on Alberton, East Rand

An area currently showing incredible industrial growth owing to high demand and an expanding property market is Alberton. Widely known as a peaceful residential town, it is also an effective contributor to the industrial sector. Here, businesses benefit from well-maintained road networks and secure warehouse spaces.

Roads that Promote Easy Commute

Since the industrial sector is comprised largely of manufacturing, logistics and distribution companies, the surrounding road networks are pivotal in the growth and success of the sector. Not only do well-maintained roads enable the seamless transporting of goods to various regions around South Africa, it also enables hassle-free travel to work every day. There are several major freeways running through Alberton, including the N1, N3, N8, N12, N17, M31 and R59. This means that goods can be easily transported to various regions around the country. 

Furthermore, companies who export and import goods internationally, or even locally, can do so via the OR Tambo International Airport (43 minutes away) and Lanseria International Airport (55 minutes away). 

Booming Property Market

Overall, Gauteng’s industrial property market is currently experiencing a high demand for large warehouse space among distribution and logistics companies. This is resulting in the expansion of properties in industrial areas next to main arterial and secondary highways. And since Alberton is perfectly positioned, demand for property here is at an all-time high. In response to this, developers and investors have zoned-in on the town through the widespread construction of industrial properties. This has led to a strong and diverse property market that caters to a number of unique requirements. 

3CUBE Property Solutions has listed a wide selection of warehouses to buy and let in Alberton that range in size. These properties start from 116sqm and go up to a magnificent, 32 600 sqm. Such diversity ensures that businesses looking to relocate or expand into Alberton can do so with a number of options at their disposal. In addition, the listed warehouses are complete with sought-after features such as ample power supply, good height, roller shutter doors and electric fencing.

One of 3CUBE Property Solutions’ newest listings is a 13 291sqm warehouse to let from Roxton, Alberton. The property offers 14 loading docks, three on-grade loading docks, 11 dummy docks, a sprinkler system, two canopies and covered parking. It is situated close to the N17, N3 and N12.

The future of Alberton’s industrial sector looks promising as it is defined by high demand, growth, premium infrastructure and an ideal positioning. Current trends suggest that this East Rand town is set for further transformation and this will undoubtedly place it as a vital contributor to Gauteng’s economy.