The company's purpose is to manufacture and trade in goods and services, as well as to employ, promote and train apprentices. The company may also acquire, hold or exploit intellectual property rights and licenses, and 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.