Sydney Manufacturing Boom Drives Significant Narellan Industrial Leasing Deal

Long-term lease for dual Narellan sites reflects reshoring trend and strong appetite for high-spec manufacturing facilities in Sydney’s southwest 

In one of Sydney’s most significant recent industrial leasing transactions, two substantial sites in Narellan, totalling more than 13,700sqm of building area and more than 14,000sqm of hardstand, have been secured on a 15-year lease. 

The two adjoining properties at 20 Millwood Avenue and 23 Graham Hill Road comprise a unique manufacturing facility spread across six buildings, offering clearspan warehousing with internal clearances of up to 14.9 metres. Both sites provide high power supply and multiple heavy-duty cranes with dual street frontages and ample parking.  

The deal was negotiated by JLL’s Tom Gibbeson, Marco Chiodo, and Adam Scimone, securing a lease to construction equipment supplier Tutt Bryant Group Limited. 

Mr Gibbeson said manufacturing activity has been one of the strongest growth drivers in Sydney’s industrial market over the past year. 

“We have seen a rise in leasing demand from manufacturers across all Sydney markets over the past 12 months, with over 320,000sqm of deals transacted by the broader JLL team,” he said. 

“These occupiers are seeking sites with access to high power, cranes, and gas, as well as strong transport links, to support advanced, food and beverage, and medical manufacturing. 

“In a market where new facilities are costly to build, these well-located existing premises are often secured for longer lease terms.” 

Mr Chiodo said the lease reflects a broader shift in manufacturing strategy. 

“Reshoring and nearshoring are becoming more common as companies respond to rising labour costs in traditional offshore markets and lessons learned from recent global events,” he said.  

“Supply chain disruptions have prompted many to bring manufacturing closer to home to strengthen resilience and secure long-term operational stability. 

“Government incentives are also encouraging domestic production, particularly in high-value, technology-intensive sectors.” 

Mr Chiodo added that infrastructure investment, from the Western Sydney Aerotropolis to the WestConnex and Sydney Metro, is improving access and making locations like Narellan even more attractive.  

“For many manufacturers, the combination of power availability, connectivity, and space on offer in Sydney’s west is hard to match,” he said.