The company's purpose is the research and development, production, marketing, distribution, and commercial exploitation of materials and related technologies, particularly in the field of construction and building materials. It may also acquire, hold, manage, and exploit intellectual property rights and provide services in the areas of innovation, product development, and distribution. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries domestically and abroad, and participate in other companies domestically and abroad, as well as conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property domestically and abroad. In particular, it may undertake financing for its own account or for the account of others, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for indirect and direct subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing, with or without compensation, to companies directly or indirectly associated with it, and provide securities of all kinds.