{"id":830612,"date":"2025-07-07T08:33:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T06:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=830612"},"modified":"2025-07-07T11:27:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T09:27:19","slug":"dube-tradeport-sez-in-kwazulu-natal-the-ultimate-opportunity-for-logistics-and-manufacturing-companies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/industry-news\/830612\/dube-tradeport-sez-in-kwazulu-natal-the-ultimate-opportunity-for-logistics-and-manufacturing-companies\/","title":{"rendered":"Dube TradePort SEZ in KwaZulu-Natal \u2013 The ultimate opportunity for logistics and manufacturing companies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Businesses looking to streamline their logistics, reduce operating costs, and gain a strategic advantage have a rare opportunity to lease a top-tier industrial property in one KwaZulu-Natal\u2019s most connected commercial zones &#8211; the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This modern, high-capacity facility spans 14,665 square metres and is designed to support seamless, large-scale operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.property24.com\/to-rent\/la-mercy\/la-mercy\/kwazulu-natal\/7683\/114349528?utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Article&amp;utm_term=July+2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Click here to learn more about this excellent industrial leasing opportunity<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>and get in touch with the landlord.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is located close to King Shaka International Airport, 30km north of Durban, and offers direct access to major transport routes \u2013 including the M4 and N2 highways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes the Dube TradePort SEZ an ideal solution for logistics companies, distributors, manufacturers, and exporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax benefits and business incentives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dube TradePort SEZ tenants gain access to a range of impactful tax and regulatory advantages as part of their lease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A preferential 15% corporate tax rate for qualifying businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VAT and customs relief on imported equipment and materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employment tax incentives for job creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Streamlined regulatory approvals, registrations, licensing and visa services, investor after-care services, and more through a centralised One-Stop-Shop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These incentives offer tangible savings that can be reinvested into growing operations or increasing competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many local and global giants take advantage of these opportunities, such as Samsung Electronics, PepsiCo, Mahindra, Yangtze Optic Africa Cable, TufBag, Chem Energy, FutureLife, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, Toyota Tsusho Africa and Ogihara Thailand have announced a joint venture focused on enhancing local automotive parts manufacturing \u2013 including a R1.1 billion investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-802661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-3-e1733228819986.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Built for high-performance operations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your business has a rare and valuable opportunity to take advantage of the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A site is currently available and comprises a 12,018sqm open-floor warehouse with 13-metre-high eave heights, 17 loading bays, and 36 roller shutter doors &#8211; ideal for rapid loading and unloading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bunded areas are included for chemical or liquid storage, while a state-of-the-art ASIB-compliant fire protection system provides peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The property also includes 1,616sqm of A-grade office space, offering ample room for administrative and executive teams, as well as 770sqm of covered loading space and a large 7,859sqm yard to accommodate truck access and manoeuvrability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In total, 80 parking bays are available to support a substantial workforce, and there is an additional 261sqm in sundry areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your business requires bulk storage, high-throughput logistics, or scalable manufacturing space, this site is built to deliver reliable performance \u2013 while letting you join global businesses in the in-demand Dube TradePort SEZ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-802659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-1-e1733228804574.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lease details and availability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This high-end industrial site is available to lease from April 2025, with a monthly rate of R1,442,026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lease is structured as a triple net lease, giving tenants full control over operational management and fit-out preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opportunities like this are extremely rare \u2013 so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.property24.com\/to-rent\/la-mercy\/la-mercy\/kwazulu-natal\/7683\/114349528?utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Article&amp;utm_term=July+2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>click here to learn more about this excellent industrial leasing opportunity<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>and get in touch with the landlord.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-2-e1733228786332.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-2-e1733228786332-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-802658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hodari-inside-factory-2-e1733228786332-1024x577.jpg 1024w, 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