The execution of all welding and metalwork, scaffolding, manufacturing of parts, execution of various works on construction sites and in the workshop, repair of machines and construction equipment, execution of works in the field of civil engineering, special works and earthworks; the company may also carry out any other activity having a direct or indirect connection with these purposes; it may in particular create branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire companies with an identical or similar purpose, or merge with such companies, carry out all operations and conclude all contracts suitable for developing and expanding its purpose or relating directly or indirectly thereto.