The purpose of the company is to manage companies in the fields of gastronomy, hotel industry and tourism, to train, advise and execute projects in these fields and in related areas, as well as to train, advise and execute projects in building management and building automation. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries abroad, participate in other companies, acquire or sell other companies. It may acquire, encumber, manage and sell real estate and securities. It may conduct all business that may be conducive to the realization of its purpose. It may take out and grant loans, provide guarantees and other securities, acquire, manage and exploit intellectual property rights.