The company's purpose is the acquisition, holding, administration and use of participations in companies, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may manage the operation of a metalworking business. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad. It may acquire participations in any company, acquire or create such companies, carry out all operations and perform all functions that are intended to develop the company's purpose or that have a direct or indirect connection with its object. It may engage in promotional activities by investing in activities related to its purpose. It may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders or third parties if it serves its interests.