A Celebrating of Eighteen Years: Built Together, Toward an Unlimited Future
Eighteen years is more than a milestone; it is the moment when years of resilience transforms into a meaningful and clear approach towards the future. As we mark 18 years of shaping the South African skyline, having navigated economic shifts and global disruptions, it is a reminder that Eris has never been built by one person, one project or one moment. It has been built steadily through the unwavering commitment of people who believed in our potential, bold decisions and a dedication to exceeding expectations.
Our journey is sustained by the strength of our partnerships. Working with clients, brokers, institutional investors and partners who have, and continue challenged us, trust us and stand with us, proves that our true equity lies in the strength of these relationships. Together with the resilience of our teams, remaining agile, those relationships have helped us adapt, and stay focused on creating long-term value.
Our strategy remains clear: deploy capital strategically, develop new asset structures, and create opportunities for the next generation of real estate talent. This is a testament to the vision that has spearheaded our undertaking to become the first-choice real estate partner and market leader across the continent. Technology and digital transformation support that journey, but our real advantage remains our people — skilled, inclusive, service-minded teams committed to unified growth and exceeding client expectations.
This spirit of trusted collaboration is a clearly demonstrated in Bankenveld District City, an R18 billion, 300-hectare mega-node that reflects years of strategic thinking, master planning and coordination. As the developer of the retail, commercial and industrial components — including up to 500,000 m² of premium warehouse, logistics and commercial space — we are helping bring a connected city to life. With key infrastructure expected by the end of February 2027, the project is already supporting employment and creating opportunities for SMEs.
Further extending our footprint as a trusted development partner, the Marlow on Mill apartments is set to redefine residential living in Newlands, Cape Town. This iconic development combines high-quality residential design, modern amenities and a community-focused environment in one of the Western Cape’s most established nodes.
Our ongoing work in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) belongs to a unified ecosystem. The strength of the partnership between SASAII, Eris, and Rise Student Living has delivered over 6,000 beds, driving expansion into new markets, and including the highly anticipated launch of the Nala Units in Bloemfontein and Units on Blackwood in Parktown, Johannesburg. Expected for 2027 intake, these developments aim to provide safe, sustainable and vibrant student communities.
Our track record of over 125 major projects is shaped by the dedication and integrity of many people across the business. Beyond South Africa, our expansion into Botswana, Ghana, Malawi, and Mauritius, underscores our commitment to scalable, tailored solutions. Our portfolio includes iconic continental landmarks such as 335 Place and SU Tower in Ghana, Mon Trésor Business Gateway in Mauritius, Botswana Accountancy College in Gaborone, and Barloworld’s signature Showroom in Kempton Park, reflecting growth built with caution and foresight over a period of time.
As our CEO, Barend de Loor reflects, ‘We have built a strong presence by remembering who built it with us. Our success has depended on a team united by a shared vision, supported by an owner-manager model that keeps decisions close to opportunity. As we look ahead, our responsibility is to keep growing, investing in our people, and bringing complex visions to life with discipline and courage.”
To our clients, investors, brokers, partners, and exceptional staff who have journeyed with us through every economic cycle and shared in our milestones: thank you for your trust, commitment and belief. As we look to 2027 and beyond, we do so with ambition, humility and appreciation. The road ahead is exciting, and we look forward to continuing to build it together — one vision shaped by many.
Connect with our Bankenveld Warehousing Leasing Team directly:
• Mark Truscott (Head of Leasing): mark.t@improvon.co.za | 076 402 4385
• Yvonne Mutonji (Broker Liaison Consultant): ymutonji@eris.co.za | 083 736 7326
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