The research, development, design and any other consulting related to energy machinery and plants for the research and extraction of hydrocarbons, gas and water. The trade, distribution and rental of machinery related to the aforementioned activity. The assumption of representation; international commercial activity; the holding and use of patents, trademarks and know-how, as well as all similar financial and administrative activities in relation to the aforementioned activity. The company may also hold, directly or indirectly, real estate or participations in companies with similar or analogous purposes both in Switzerland and abroad.