The purpose of the company is to trade in goods of all kinds, and to import and export goods of all kinds. It can provide consulting services, acquire and sell participations. The company is authorized to acquire, rent, encumber and sell real estate. The company can conduct all business and conclude contracts that are suitable to promote the purpose of the company or are directly or indirectly related to it; in particular, it can also establish branches in Switzerland and abroad and participate in or merge with other companies.