Design and planning, procurement of materials, manufacturing and execution of projects, plants, devices and components in the fields of rail, military and energy technology as well as industrial and building automation. May establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. Furthermore, it may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, arrange financing for its own account or for third-party account, and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.