The purpose of the company is the manufacture, distribution and processing as well as the exploitation of licenses and process technologies of all kinds, research and development for its own and third-party accounts, the preparation and creation of expert opinions, and the execution of all related business. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and 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 or third-party accounts, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.