The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies. The company may provide management and engineering services as an advisor to other companies in Switzerland and abroad and receive compensation for such services. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other private and public law companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate, intellectual property rights and other assets. The company is authorized to take financing, restructuring and intercession measures in favor of shareholders, group companies or third parties, as well as to grant loans or provide security for the obligations of shareholders, group companies or third parties. The company may employ and compensate personnel in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company.