The purchase, processing, production, distribution and sale of all kinds of tobacco products or other similar, substitute or directly or indirectly related products to tobacco consumption. Within these limits, it may acquire, administer, operate and transfer all patents, trademarks, know-how and technical and industrial processes, and provide all technical and administrative services. The acquisition, sale and management of participations in all industrial, commercial and/or financial companies or enterprises, directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. The creation of branches in Switzerland and abroad.