The company's purpose is to engage in international trade and distribution of building materials, as well as import and export of the same. It can also conduct other commercial transactions, acquire, exploit and sell patents and know-how. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.