Stockport-based Arden Software, a specialist in CAD and CAM software for the print and packaging sector, is establishing a brand-new European headquarters and ‘state of the art’ training facility in Germany.

Founded in 1988, the company (www.ardensoftware.com) is a leader in the development of structural design and workflow management systems, and its Impact software is used all over the world.

From desk-top CAD to web-based workflow management systems, its suite of cutting-edge software is used by both packaging designers and die makers.

The new facility is currently under construction at the Gate One development in Nurtingen (near Stuttgart), which is an exclusive development targeted at the tech sector.

Frank Haustein, managing director of Arden Software Germany, said: “This year marks the 10th year of Arden Software Germany, so what better way to celebrate our anniversary than by relocating to a fantastic new office space and launching our new European Training Centre.

"The past decade has been one of growth for Arden, and the new site will enable us to continue to expand and develop the business, as well as provide bespoke training with first-class facilities for our customers and partners.

"The European Training Centre will enable us to host conferences, workshops, seminars and training courses focusing on our entire portfolio of packaging software.”

The new Arden office will be located in the penthouse of the five-storey development, which is being designed with sustainability in mind.

Arden Software Germany was established in 2010 and is currently located 10 miles away from the new site — in Kirchheim unter Teck.