The company's purpose is to explore, produce, develop, market and/or sell, as well as transport fossil fuels and related activities. The company may participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire and sell them, establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, as well as establish or acquire representations and agencies. It may acquire or sell licenses and intellectual property rights and perform all acts connected with its purpose. The company may also acquire, hold and sell real estate. Furthermore, the company may safeguard the interests of its parent or subsidiary companies, as well as those of affiliated companies, by providing them with financing, directly or indirectly, for consideration or free of charge, including by granting loans or providing guarantees or other securities.