The company's purpose is the capture of carbon dioxide, carbonation and the manufacture of mineral substances and materials, as well as the marketing, operation and industrial development related thereto. The company may carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, any other activities of any nature, in particular financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable, convergent with its main purpose, with the exception of properties subject to the LFAIE, in Switzerland and abroad, directly or indirectly related to its main purpose. The company may also establish branches in Switzerland and abroad. It may also participate in any company, acquire or pay fees and commissions, negotiate and execute various contracts or commissions in different countries. The company may also provide financial assistance, including loans, advances, guarantees or securities of any kind to its shareholders, affiliated companies or third parties.