The company's purpose is to engage in the trade of import and export goods as well as services and to conduct all related business activities. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, it may conduct all business activities that are suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose. It may also provide financing for its own account and for third-party account, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may acquire, manage and sell real estate, as well as acquire, manage and sell copyrights, patents and licenses of all kinds.