The company's purpose is to own, operate and trade ships of all kinds, as well as to engage in other activities related to travel and water transport. The company 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. It may also acquire, manage and sell securities, acquire, hold, manage, exploit and dispose of intellectual property rights. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, rent and manage real estate in Switzerland or abroad. It may also advise other companies, arrange financing for its own account or for third-party account, and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.