The company's purpose is to transport piece goods and liquids by sea and to charter and manage ships of the merchant fleet. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may 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. In addition, it may acquire, hold, manage and sell intellectual property rights.