The research, development, design and construction of machinery and energy plants for the drilling of wells for the exploration of hydrocarbons. The service and technical assistance of plants for the exploration of hydrocarbons. The trade, distribution and rental of machinery for the drilling of wells for the exploration of hydrocarbons. The assumption of representations; commercial activity on an international level; the holding and use of patents, trademarks and know-how, as well as all similar financial and administrative activities in relation to the above-mentioned activity. The company may also hold, directly or indirectly, real estate or participations in companies with a similar or analogous purpose, both in Switzerland and abroad.