The company's purpose is the acquisition, administration, management and marketing of all businesses and products, as well as the provision of advice, particularly in the maritime and sustainable fields, and all real estate transactions, except those prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may: - on its own account or on behalf of third parties, engage in all financial, commercial, industrial, movable or immovable activities, directly or indirectly related to its purpose; - establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad; - participate in all businesses having a direct or indirect relationship with its purpose; - grant loans or guarantees to associates, its subsidiaries or branches or to third parties, if it serves its interests; and - engage in any other activity useful for the promotion or realization of its purpose, directly or indirectly.