The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, particularly in the fields of trade and services. It may provide guarantees in favor of affiliated companies. The company also aims to acquire, manage, rent and dispose of real estate in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may carry out engineering work of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.