The company's purpose is: the import and export of all goods, in particular food and beverages; advisory services for purchasing and sales (marketing). The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and acquire interests in any companies in Switzerland and abroad and conduct all operations (in Switzerland, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE) directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire (in Switzerland, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE), sell, encumber and manage real estate. It may provide financing either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant loans or guarantees to group companies or third parties.