The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds on its own account and on behalf of third parties, in particular in the construction and related industries. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties, and provide management services to subsidiaries. Furthermore, it may acquire, exploit and manage inventions, patents, licenses, trademark rights, trademarks, copyrights and know-how of all kinds.