The purpose of the company is the trade and brokerage of crude oil and petrochemical products and fertilizers, as well as consulting in the product and financial services sector and the assumption of management, control and coordination functions. 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.