A joint venture of Al Habtoor Leighton and Murray and Roberts has been awarded a Dh2.9 billion ($789.502 million) contract for the construction of Trump International Hotel and Tower in Dubai for Nakheel.

Al Habtoor Leighton’s share alone is expected to come up to Dh1.45 billion.
Construction on the project set to commence this month (July) and expected to be completed in May 2011. Trump International Hotel and Tower Dubai is the first joint venture between Nakheel and The Trump Organisation.
The project, located on Palm Jumeirah, is a high-end, mixed-use development containing hotel and residential facilities and involves the construction of a 62-storey structure, which is set to become a focal point of the Palm Jumeirah.
The 270-m tower, which will offer a gross built-up area in excess of 250,000 sq m, 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 and Tower Dubai is the only planned mixed-use development in Dubai under the Trump name, bringing Donald Trump’s internationally respected brand cache and legendary implementation, service standards and world- class properties to the emirate for the first time.
The building will offer panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf and a range of exclusive leisure facilities including a private beach, yacht club, and a multitude of fine dining experiences.
“The partnership with the Al Habtoor/Murray and Roberts joint venture will ensure that the bold and ambitious design of Trump International Hotel and Tower Dubai is brought to life,” says Chris O’Donnell, Nakheel’s CEO.
“Both construction companies have vast experience of delivering high-quality developments across the Middle East and possess the expertise necessary to turn this iconic design into reality,” he adds.