Lumi opens largest service and maintenance center in Tabuk

With the capacity to handle 30 vehicles daily, it further amplifies Lumi’s capabilities to scale up efficiency on the back of cutting-edge technology.
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Updated 12 March 2025
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Lumi opens largest service and maintenance center in Tabuk

Lumi, a leading mobility provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has announced the opening of its new center in Tabuk’s new industrial area.

Set across an extensive 4,500 sq.m., it is Lumi’s largest service and maintenance center in the Kingdom, as well as their first in the north, underscoring their commitment to enhance customer service through timely expansion.

Equipped to serve both cars and buses, the state-of-the-art new service and maintenance center is fitted out to facilitate both B2B and B2C services.

With the capacity to handle 30 vehicles daily, it further amplifies Lumi’s capabilities to scale up efficiency on the back of cutting-edge technology.

The new opening takes Lumi’s total service centers in Saudi Arabia to four.

Syed Azfar Shakeel, CEO of Lumi, said: “Saudi Arabia’s dynamic growth trajectory calls for an agile and resilient land mobility sector to keep pace with the growing needs of the local economy. Lumi’s expansion strategy in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 has seen us enhancing our offerings to serve the requirements of a booming local sector. The opening of our new center in Tabuk, is part of our long-term strategy to augment our operational excellence in the region and amplify our innovative offerings to our valued customers.”

Lumi’s state-of-the-art service and maintenance centers located in Riyadh, Jeddah, Alkhobar, and now Tabuk will enhance support to their ever-expanding customer base in the region. Other than routine maintenance work in line with Lumi’s commitment to provide a young reliable fleet of vehicles to ensure the safety and well-being of drivers, the new center is also equipped to handle damaged vehicles.

With its fleet of over 35,000 new and well-maintained vehicles spread across 41 locations in the Kingdom, Lumi offers convenient and seamless booking experience enhanced by efficient customer service built on technology, efficiency and scale. 

As one of Saudi Arabia’s leading car rental and leasing companies, with branches across 18 cities, they are well-equipped to meet the demands of the Kingdom’s growing population.


Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

Updated 31 December 2025
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Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

The Dubai Shopping Festival is raising the bar this winter with a high-impact sporting calendar that runs throughout December and January, transforming the city into a hub for elite competition, community fitness and outdoor action. 

From professional basketball to baseball games, polo tournaments, half marathons, and horse racing, the festival brings together athletes, families and spectators for a dynamic winter season of sport. The diverse lineup of events strengthens DSF’s role in supporting Dubai’s active lifestyle, showcasing world-class sporting venues and encouraging community engagement during the city’s peak outdoor season. 

Key sporting events taking place during DSF: 

Dubai Racing Carnival 

  • Race days: Jan. 2, Jan. 9 and ongoing dates until March 13. 
  • Location: Meydan Racecourse 

The flagship winter racing season features international horses and top jockeys. 

More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnivaland https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnival-festive-friday 

Silver Cup 

  • Date: Jan. 10-Jan.24 
  • Location: Al-Habtoor Polo Resort and Club 

Silver Cup, part of Dubai’s prestigious polo calendar, sees six of the world’s best teams go head-to-head in a 20-goal handicap. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/silver-cup 

Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge — Build-Up Ride 4 

  • Date: Jan. 4 
  • Location: Al-Qudra Cycle Track 

The last of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Rides is designed to help cyclists build their stamina ahead of the ultimate challenge. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/spinneys-dubai-92-cycle-challenge-build-up-ride-4 

Hood to Coast Dubai 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Al-Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve 

Hood to Coast Dubai challenges teams to conquer a series of relay segments through expansive desert trails, with each runner taking on their leg before passing the baton. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/hood-to-coast 

Skechers Performance Run — Race 4 (16k/10k/5k/3k) 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Meydan 

Enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at this popular community race offering various distances, where participants can run along the traffic-free roads of Meydan. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/skechers-performance-run 

Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 11 
  • Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club 

One of the largest races of its kind in the UAE and the Middle East, this half marathon will mark its 23rd edition in 2026. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-creek-striders-half-marathon 

A citywide sporting season 

With events spanning elite international fixtures, community runs, polo tournaments, multi-distance races, trail challenges and recurring racing nights at Meydan, DSF strengthens Dubai’s winter season for sport, well-being and outdoor experiences.