QBS Software, a value-added distributor (VAD) of enterprise software, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire EMT Dubai.

Founded in 2017, QBS Software reported that this acquisition significantly expands its presence in the Gulf and broader Middle East. The move aligns with its goal of reaching billion-dollar annual revenues.

The acquisition was announced on 5th June 2025. EMT Dubai is a cybersecurity and infrastructure specialist based in Dubai.

Dave Stevinson, CEO of QBS Software, stated, “With EMT Dubai joining the QBS Software group, we instantly gain a best-in-class team, an established logistics platform inside the UAE, and a portfolio that mirrors the needs of Gulf partners.”

He added that this marks another bold step in the company’s strategy to become the leading software-focused VAD across EMEA and surpass the US $1 billion mark before 2028.

QBS revealed that EMT Dubai brings strong government and enterprise credentials. It also has a proven local channel network and specialist expertise in security and infrastructure deployment.

The company confirmed that EMT will retain its branding for 12 months. It will then transition to QBS branding. This will form the core of the new QBS Middle East business unit.

The new QBS META headquarters will be based in Dubai, while the Middle East unit will be headquartered in Saudi Arabia.

According to QBS, customers and vendors will not experience any disruption to daily operations.

The enlarged QBS organisation will now offer resellers in the region access to a wider vendor portfolio, including:

• Fortinet, Check Point, Trend Micro, Progress Software, TeamViewer
• Imperva, Qualys, Acronis, and more

QBS confirmed that the integration of EMT’s regional relationships will enhance its ability to deliver solutions in:

• Cybersecurity transformation
• Infrastructure management
• Generative AI in cybersecurity
• Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)
• Managed security and IT services
• IT asset management and cost optimisation

This announcement follows QBS Software’s recent acquisitions of Prianto Group in Germany and Elmer Yazılım in Türkiye. These moves have strengthened QBS’s position across EMEA and META.

QBS Software continues to focus on strategic expansion and building a strong regional presence through targeted acquisitions.

Mo Mobasseri , Co-Founder & CEO emt META Dubai, added “Joining forces with QBS unlocks scale, capital and an enviable vendor line-up. Our partners in the Middle east and Africa will benefit from richer solution stacks, deeper technical resources and the operational excellence QBS is known for.”

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