Airport Park, Rand Airport Area Guide

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Area Overview

Airport Park, Rand Airport – Industrial Area Guide

Overview: A High-Demand Node in Germiston’s Industrial Belt

Airport Park, located near Rand Airport in Germiston, is a well-established and strategically positioned industrial node offering a mix of logistics, warehousing, and light-to-medium manufacturing facilities. Known for its strong infrastructure and excellent accessibility, the area caters to businesses that require proximity to airfreight operations, regional transport links, and a reliable industrial ecosystem.

Whether you’re an SME looking for secure warehouse space or a large operator needing efficient distribution capabilities, Airport Park provides versatile industrial solutions.

 

Location Highlights

  • Adjacent to Rand Airport, ideal for airfreight and aviation-adjacent industries

  • Quick access to major highways:

    • N3 (via Rand Airport Road)

    • N17 and R21 corridors

  • Close to Germiston CBD, Elandsfontein, and Alrode

  • Approx. 15–20 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport

Strategic positioning enables fast turnaround for regional logistics and air cargo businesses.

Property Types in Airport Park

  • Warehousing: Ranging from 500m² to over 10,000m²

  • Mini industrial units in secure parks (ideal for small to medium operations)

  • Mid-sized distribution centres with large yards and good height

  • Workshops and manufacturing plants with 3-phase power

  • Owner-occupier and sectional title options available

 

Typical Features of Industrial Buildings in Airport Park

  • Height to eaves ranging from 5m to 9m

  • Large roller shutter doors (on-grade and dock options)

  • 3-phase power supply (varied amperage depending on usage)

  • Dedicated yard areas for truck access and container handling

  • Offices with staff facilities (ablutions, kitchens, reception)

  • Secure complexes with access control and CCTV in many parks

 

Accessibility & Logistics Infrastructure

  • Close to the Rand Airport Road arterial

  • Efficient routes to N3, N17, and R21 — ideal for regional distribution

  • Serviced by public transport routes for workforce convenience

  • Nearby freight corridors and container depots for bulk goods handling

 

Zoning and Usage

  • Zoning: Primarily Industrial 1 and Special Use

  • Suitable for:

    • Warehousing & storage

    • Light manufacturing

    • Engineering & technical services

    • Logistics and distribution

  • Governed by the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality

 

Key Benefits of Airport Park

  • Strategic location near Rand and OR Tambo airports

  • Flexible property sizes for scaling businesses

  • Affordable industrial rentals compared to Isando and Jet Park

  • Secure industrial parks for SMEs and corporates alike

  • Growing demand from logistics, aviation-support, and FMCG sectors

 

Industrial Demand & Rental Trends

  • Rental range: R45/m² – R65/m² (depending on size, spec, and yard access)

  • Demand drivers: Proximity to aviation logistics, regional distribution routes

  • Vacancy rate: Moderate — well-priced units move quickly

  • Tenant profile: Logistics operators, aviation service companies, engineering firms, packaging & storage businesses

 

Surrounding Industrial Nodes

  • Rand Airport – aviation, logistics, MRO (maintenance, repair & operations)

  • Elandsfontein – heavy logistics and manufacturing

  • Wadeville – high-power industrial usage

  • Jet Park – high-demand logistics and freight

  • Alrode – large-format heavy manufacturing

 

Ideal For:

  • Courier and last-mile distribution companies

  • Packaging and storage facilities

  • Engineering workshops and servicing depots

  • Import/export businesses operating near OR Tambo and City Deep

  • Light manufacturers needing regional access and affordability

 

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As a specialist broker for the Germiston area, I offer detailed insight into available properties in Airport Park, tailored to your business's operational needs and budget.

Tariro Chagurwa