Advent Software, a provider of software and services for the investment management industry, has moved to a larger office in Dubai within the precincts of the Dubai International Financial Centre.

The firm says the new office space is a response to the growing demands from the Middle Eastern and North African markets.

"The Middle East is a very important market for Advent," says Hakan Valberg, senior vice president and general manager, Advent Software EMEA. "The opening of the new office is a milestone for us, as it demonstrates our expanding commitment to the Middle East and further strengthens Advent's position as a leading global software and services provider. The combination of our industry-leading product suite and local knowledge and support infrastructure has led more than 30 firms in the region to choose Advent, making us the premier single solution vendor for investment management organisations in the region."

More than 30 clients are based across the region, from UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia to Egypt.