seaside resorts and market towns , it contributes to how our communities are being transformed , which is related to urban renewal and can come on the back of infrastructure and transport hubs . You see it when you look at the impact of the Elizabeth line in London and trams in cities like Manchester and Edinburgh . Areas that were in serious social decline are becoming very attractive for inward investment and regeneration . Often , that investment immediately goes into restoration and retrofitting to bring tired building fabric into 21st century usage .”
Looking ahead , Blake is keen for Purcell to further develop and orchestrate its technical skills while reaching out to stakeholders and developing frameworks . “ We ’ ve just embarked upon a strategic alliance with Oracle software and we ’ re looking to do our first project retrofitting a building with them in Ireland ,” he reveals . “ We ’ re not complacent with our own pedigree , heritage and skillset – we want to expand , consolidate and grow into new areas .”
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