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Construction of the Trump International Hotel & Tower, Dubai is moving into its next phase after developer Dar Global appointed Gulf Asia Contracting to build the project's podium.
The contract award follows progress on the enabling works, which are scheduled for completion in September 2026, marking a clear point of transition between the site's preparatory work and the structural build ahead.
A 350-metre, 80-storey tower on Sheikh Zayed Road
Located on Sheikh Zayed Road at the gateway to Downtown Dubai, the development will rise approximately 350 metres across 80 floors and include a hotel, branded residences and a private members' club.
Introduced in April 2025, the tower is planned to combine hospitality facilities with luxury residences and private members' amenities, positioning it as a mixed-use landmark at one of the city's most prominent gateway locations.
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What Dar Global says about the milestone
Dar Global said the project continues to advance according to schedule, with the podium appointment marking the next stage of construction.
Ziad El Chaar, CEO of Dar Global, said the company was pleased to appoint Gulf Asia Contracting to deliver the podium construction, describing it as another important milestone as the project continues to progress according to plan.
He added that the appointment reflects Dar Global's commitment to partnering with leading contractors to deliver quality throughout every stage of the development and said the company would continue working with established regional contractors as construction advances.
The completion of enabling works ahead of this contract award suggests the site groundwork needed before podium construction begins is now largely in place.
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Dubai's highest pool and Fifth Avenue-inspired penthouses
The tower is planned to feature Dubai's highest outdoor swimming pool, along with two signature penthouses inspired by Trump Tower on Fifth Avenue in New York.
Residents and hotel guests will have views across Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai and the Arabian Gulf, giving both the hospitality and residential components of the development sightlines over some of the city's most recognisable landmarks.
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