The purpose of the company is to manage patents, grant licenses and hold participations in other companies. The company is also involved in the planning and construction of environmental engineering plants. The company may also conduct financial transactions and do everything else that is suitable for achieving and promoting the company's purpose. The company may conduct business in Switzerland and abroad that is directly or indirectly related to the purpose, establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies. In particular, it may also acquire, encumber and sell real estate.