The company's purpose is the operation of public establishments of all kinds, in particular cafés-restaurants, take-away food outlets, bars, tea-rooms, inns, guesthouses, and hotels. The company may engage in all activities directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in all enterprises in Switzerland and abroad that have a direct or indirect connection with its purpose. The company may acquire, hold, encumber, lease, and alienate real estate as part of its main commercial activity, with the exception of transactions prohibited by the LFAIE. The company may grant loans and guarantees to shareholders and third parties if this serves its interests.