The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, in particular in the field of industrial development, as well as to provide management services within the group. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, hold, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also grant and take out loans, provide guarantees and other securities, in particular in favor of affiliated and related companies, but also for third parties.