Our properties are more than spaces – they’re platforms for industrial success. We provide secure, well-serviced environments that enable businesses to thrive.
Modderfontein
The Modderfontein portfolio comprises a unique offering of secure office and industrial rental opportunities in a scenic environment, in close proximity to main arterials and other commercial urban nodes.
The 89 000m2 gross lettable area (GLA) is made up as follows:
- industrial (61 020m2)
- commercial (12 433m2)
- land (16 340m2).
The portfolio comprises approximately 58 tenants and includes 127 616m2 in gross lettable area, consisting of:
- industrial (52 756m2),
- commercial (15 871m2)
- land (25 328m2).
The industrial portfolio offers space ranging from smaller workshops, warehousing, to light and heavy industrial. There are approximately 145 tenants.
Umbogintwini
Situated on the upper South Coast approximately 20km from Durban, the Umbogintwini Industrial Complex is a secure, well-developed industrial park with a more than 100-year history. It includes approximately 220 hectares of industrial land and 90 hectares in three conservation areas – Umbogavango, Vumbuka and Mamba Valley, all of which have been recognised as sites of conservation significance.
The Complex is a destination of choice for chemical, logistics and other users requiring industrial and office space. The site also offers smaller to large land lease opportunities. Bulk services for large industrial operations, including high voltage electricity, methane rich gas, potable water, high pressure super-heated steam and effluent treatment.
The GLA is 519 500m2 consisting of industrial (47 500m2), commercial (11 130m2) and land (460 875m2).
There are currently 116 tenants.
rail operations
18km of rail with two locomotives, container gantry, weighbridge and 800 000 tonnes annual capacity
electrical distribution
33kV electrical network distributes electricity purchased from the local authority
steam provision
Superheated steam is produced and regulated to suit user-specific pressure needs
sewage works
On-site sewage processing facilities serve the complex’s infrastructure needs
a tank farm
Storage infrastructure supports liquid chemicals and process material requirements
water treatment
Produces SANS 241-compliant potable, process and fire water for all users
firewater reticulation
A dedicated reticulation system for site-wide fire protection and safety
wastewater treatment
Inorganic wastewater is treated and discharged via marine outfall
laboratory facilities
On-site labs provide analytical and quality control testing services
security services
Full security in place under National Key Point regulatory standards
Our Focus
AECI operates through two strategic business pillars: Mining and Chemicals. Each unit delivers specialised, high-performance solutions that support critical industries and enable safer, more sustainable operations across the globe. Together, they reflect AECI’s commitment to applied science, innovation, and long-term value creation.
