The Al Habtoor Murray and Roberts Joint Venture has been awarded the $A2.9 billion Trump International Hotel and Tower contract in Dubai for Nakheel.
The Al Habtoor Leighton Group’s share is $A1.45 billion.
Located on Palm Jumeirah, the project involves the construction of a 62-level structure, which is set to become a focal point of the Palm Jumeirah.
The 270 metre tower has a total gross built-up area in excess of 250,000 sqm and will feature two towers that rise above the Palm Monorail and central park, merging as one towards the sky.
The development comprises a unit mix of 378 hotel rooms and suites, 385 condominiums, 12 exclusive townhouses, 45,000 sq ft of retail and 60,000 sq ft of office space.
Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai is the only planned mixed-use development in
Nakheel’s chief executive Chris O’Donnell said Nakheel and Donald Trump have come together to create one of the most anticipated new builds in
“No other development in Dubai will offer the same standards of service and amenities in such a highly coveted location – where else in the world could you step out of your luxury apartment and have instant access to world class marinas, 30 five star hotels, Atlantis and Cirque du Soleil?
“The partnership with the Al Habtoor / Murray & Roberts joint venture will ensure that the bold and ambitious design of Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai is brought to life. Both construction companies have vast experience of delivering high quality developments across the
Construction starts in July 2008 and is due to be completed in May 2011.
