Pomona, Kempton Park

Pomona, Kempton Park – Gauteng’s Gateway to Industrial Growth

Strategically located near O.R. Tambo International Airport, Pomona has rapidly evolved into one of the most sought-after logistics and industrial nodes in South Africa. With cutting-edge warehousing infrastructure, excellent highway connectivity, and consistent investment from blue-chip occupiers and institutional developers, Pomona is a high-performance industrial precinct serving the needs of national distribution and global supply chains.

Location & Connectivity

Pomona enjoys unmatched access to Gauteng’s arterial transport network:

●       Directly linked to the R21 and R24 highways

●       ±5 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport

●       Easy access to Johannesburg, Sandton, Midrand, Pretoria, and the East Rand

●       Near other strategic industrial nodes including Isando, Jet Park, Spartan, and Meadowdale

●       Access to Gautrain Marlboro Station for passenger and staff mobility

Key Industrial & Commercial Parks

Pomona is home to high-grade logistics parks with purpose-built infrastructure for supply chain efficiency:

●       Plumbago Business Park – Home to major distribution operations, with A-grade warehouses and strict security

●       Equites Park Pomona – Developed by Equites Property Fund, featuring modern warehouses and premium office components

●       Eastport Logistics Park – Developed by Fortress REIT, known for large-scale warehousing with highway visibility

●       Riverfields Precinct – A mixed-use logistics and commercial precinct adjacent to Pomona, with strong tenant uptake

Major Tenants & Occupiers

Several top-tier national and international brands have operations in Pomona:

●       Takealot – E-commerce distribution centre

●       DSV Logistics – Major national logistics hub

●       Bosch Rexroth (Rexroth SA) – Drive and control technology

●       Tile Africa – Warehousing and retail supply

●       Makita SA, Imperial Logistics, UTi, and Imperial Cold Storage

Top Property Developers in the Area

Pomona’s high demand is driven by top-tier institutional landlords and developers:

●       JT Ross Property Group

●       Fortress Real Estate Investments

●       Equites Property Fund

●       Zenprop Property Holdings

●        Improvon Group

These developers offer built-to-spec opportunities, flexible leasing options, and fully serviced logistics land parcels.

Industrial Property Market

Pomona’s warehousing and logistics space caters to small distributors through to mega-depots:

●       Rental Rates: ±R50–R80/m² depending on size, grade, and location

●       Warehousing Sizes: From 500m² to 50,000m²+

●       Infrastructure:

○       High stacking heights

○       Dock levellers & on-grade access

○       Three-phase power

○       Wide yard space for interlink truck movement

Amenities & Business Support

While primarily an industrial zone, Pomona offers proximity to key business and lifestyle services:

●       Shopping & Retail: Pomona Square Shopping Centre, Festival Mall

●       Food & Coffee: On-site cafés in logistics parks, plus nearby retail outlets

●       Accommodation: Premier Hotel O.R. Tambo, Birchwood Hotel, and executive lodges for visiting clients

●       Golf & Leisure: Nearby Serengeti Golf & Wildlife Estate, Ebotse Golf Estate, and Noag’s Market

●       Public Transport: Taxis, buses, and Gautrain access within minutes

Traffic & Transport Flow

●       Efficient freight movement due to dual highway access (R21/R24)

●       Congestion during peak hours is manageable, reflective of high economic activity

●       Road networks are well-maintained, with dedicated truck routes and multiple access points

Why Choose Pomona?

Pomona continues to outperform other industrial areas due to:

●       Proximity to O.R. Tambo International Airport – ideal for airfreight and export
●       Robust logistics ecosystem supported by global and national players

●       Institutional-grade property stock with excellent security and service levels

●       Continued expansion and land availability for future growth

●       Integration into the Gauteng Freight Logistics Corridor

Development Opportunities

There is significant ongoing and future development in Pomona, including:

●       Speculative builds and turnkey warehousing solutions

●       Mixed-use industrial precincts for light manufacturing and logistics

●       Zoned development-ready land for large-scale users

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