The company's purpose is, among other things, to provide international trade and consulting services related to the fields of energy, trade, and engineering; to produce photographs and photo reports; to publish and sell specialized books and prints. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad. It may acquire or create 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 have a direct or indirect connection with its object, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may grant loans or guarantees to associates or third parties if it serves its interests.