The company's purpose is urban planning and development, as well as the operation of an architectural office, and planning and construction management in the fields of civil engineering and construction. The company may acquire, manage and transfer patents, trademarks, technical and industrial knowledge. The company may participate in other companies, establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, and found subsidiaries. The company may acquire, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may conduct all business directly or indirectly related to the aforementioned purposes. It may also enter into loans for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantee and pledge transactions for affiliated companies and third parties. The company may acquire, hold, manage or sell any kind of debt or securities, within Switzerland or abroad.