The company's purpose is to engage in international trade and storage of potash salt and fertilizer products, particularly in Europe. 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 directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, exploit, sell and manage real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, it may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for its direct and indirect subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing to its affiliated companies, directly or indirectly, for consideration or free of charge, and provide collateral of all kinds.