Management of assets and corporate consulting, in particular the acquisition, brokerage and management of industrial property rights, such as patents, trademarks, design rights, copyrights and licensing rights, as well as brokerage and consulting for international supply contracts, transports and travel, and international distribution rights and international marketing, specifically in the fields of the chemical industry, automotive technology, electrical engineering and electronics. 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. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, it may also purchase, manage or sell real estate.