Automotive Supplier Park (ASP)

The Automotive Supplier Park (ASP) is a manufacturing cluster based in the northern perimeters of Pretoria (Rosslyn). 

The ASP was developed to create a beneficial environment for automotive component suppliers by providing infrastructure, logistics and services. By grouping different technologies, services and service providers, the ASP achieves synergies and optimization through economies of scale and contributes to the sustainability and growth of the South African automotive industry.

The ASP, the first of its kind in Africa and the first supplier park in the world to service more than one Original Equipment Manufacturer [OEM], is dedicated as a facility to OEMs such as Ford, BMW, Nissan/Renault, DaimlerChrysler and offers significant benefits, including among others:

• Cost benefits through shared infrastructure, services and facilities concept;
• Central logistics warehouse and container depot [logistics centre operated by UTi has become a major hub for the automotive parts and accessories distribution.];
• Close proximity to vehicle manufacturers;
• World class ICT infrastructure and
• Central hub, comprising offices, conference facilities and a retail centre.

The ASP, through its holdings company, is currently looking at expanding the group of OEM’s active within the area, in order to supply the growing African market.

The excellent infrastructure and the strong component industry, already in place, as well as the strong logistics characteristics and Customs Union, the ASP is ideally situated to address the demand for vehicles throughout Africa.

In addition, the ASP aims to become a global leader in manufacturing excellence, and provide state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Further to this, research and development into new sunrise technologies related to the automotive industry is, and will continue to be, a driving aim of the ASP.

Location benefits of the ASP

The ASP is located in Rosslyn, north of Tshwane, in the heart of Gauteng's automotive hub.  The area boasts the highest concentration of vehicle manufacturers in the country, including BMW, Nissan/Renault, Ford/Mazda and TATA all of which have become strategic partners of the ASP. The ASP is the first supplier park in the world to service more than one Original Equipment Manufacturer [OEM].

Strategic Location - Close to OEMs: The ASP is located in Rosslyn, in close proximity to major OEM plants, including BMW [3.3km], Nissan/Renault [1.3km], TATA [0.5km] and Ford/Mazda [35km];

Shared Infrastructure, Services and Facilities: ASP tenants enjoy the benefit of shared infrastructure and value-added services, including facilities management, ICT services, centralised security, logistic services,  conference facilities and a retail centre with canteen and healthcare facilities;

State-of-the-art ICT Infrastructure: Critical to the success of the ASP is its advanced Information and Communication Technology [ICT] infrastructure and services.  Tenants are offered a wide range of services including least-cost routing IP telephony service, broadband internet and email, server access, back-up and data recovery services, ICT support, access control and CCTV monitoring.

Word-Class Production Environment: The design of ASP is modern and environmentally friendly with green areas incorporating indigenous flora.  The project is driven by a highly experienced development team that is guided by international best practice principles.

Turnkey Buildings Developed to Tenant Requirements: Turnkey buildings are developed to tenant requirements and are designed to achieve optimised factory layout and process flows.  The design and finishes of the buildings are governed by the ASP’s architectural guidelines and meet international automotive standards.  

Comprehensive Logistics Services: The Logistics Centre, operated by an independent service provider, offers warehousing and distribution services to ASP tenants and automotive customers.  A further three logistic service providers are based at the Central Hub offices and provide a wide range of local and international logistic services.  A dedicated truck staging area manages truck movements in and out of the ASP.  A significant benefit to ASP tenants is the centrally located container depot which is able to handle all inbound and outbound container traffic.  

Several investment opportunities exist at the ASP, focused on the development and expansion of OEM facilities, as well as the tier-level component manufacturing industry.

Because of the vision of pushing into Africa, OEM and related companies interested in tapping into the African market will be best located at this facility.

For more information visit the ASP website: www.supplierpark.co.za