Ascend Investments AG

Acquisition and permanent management of participations in companies; financing of companies closely related to the company as well as projects carried out by companies closely related to the company; taking out loans. The company may also 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 companies affiliated with it and third parties, and take all measures and engage in all activities that are suitable to promote or facilitate the achievement of the company's purpose.