The company's purpose is to trade in products for the hotel and restaurant industry, as well as to provide consulting services for hotel and restaurant businesses. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, it may acquire, manage, and transfer intellectual property rights, patents, and trademarks, as well as technical and industrial expertise.