In South Sydney BESIX Watpac has completed the construction of Axis Alexandria, industrial property developer Goodman’s first multi-level industrial facility in Australia. Covering approximately 16,000 m² of gross floor area, the facility boasts 10 warehouse over two levels, with units ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 m², a 36-metre-wide shared hardstand for vehicles and on-grade roller shutters for efficient warehouse loading.
BESIX Watpac was in charge of the Design & Build of this state-of-the-art warehouse development.
New benchmarks for sustainability
Designed in collaboration with architects FJC Studio (formerly FJMT Studio), Axis Alexandria sets new benchmarks for sustainability with a 410 kW PV solar array, contributing to its carbon-neutral status. The development also focuses on environmental wellbeing, featuring superior air ventilation, natural light penetration, and the use of sustainable materials.
During the execution of the project, sustainability was a key highlight as well. Early in the design phase, the project team identified recycled steel as a key material that could be incorporated into the construction. More than 1,500 tonnes of such recycled steel has eventually been used in the project.
"Axis Alexandria's incorporation of more than 1,500 tonnes of recycled steel demonstrates our commitment to sustainable construction. We are proud to have achieved significant cost efficiencies while contributing to a more circular construction model.” - Giovanni Polimeni, General Manager for New South Wales at BESIX Watpac.
Constrained site
Built on a constrained site with a 6-metre proximity limit from the building to the site perimeter, the complex project required significant design engineering. The unique challenges prompted the adoption of an inside-out construction methodology, ensuring materials were carefully lifted over the steel structure into position through meticulous planning.