Ensuring the existence and continuation of Eric Schweizer AG and its subsidiaries as efficient companies for the benefit of the personnel employed therein and other persons connected with them, and in the interest of preserving jobs. To this end, the foundation holds shares in Eric Schweizer AG. It can acquire, hold and sell additional participations to support and secure the foundation's purpose, as well as grant loans and capital contributions to its own companies. Furthermore, the foundation can use the income from its assets to support research and development in the field of activity of Eric Schweizer AG and promote the professional training of its employees.