The company's purpose is to operate a shipping company, in particular the operation of cargo ships in the field of transporting dry goods, liquids, containers, as well as chemical and mineral oil products, and the leasing and chartering of ships. Furthermore, the company engages in the trade of ships and all related services and ancillary activities. The company may establish or acquire similar and related businesses, as well as establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, and acquire or sell real estate. The company may provide direct or indirect financing (including cash pooling) to its direct or indirect subsidiaries, its direct or indirect shareholders, and their direct or indirect subsidiaries, as well as to third parties, and provide security of any kind for the liabilities of such companies, including by way of pledges or fiduciary transfers of the company's assets or guarantees of any kind, whether remunerated or not.