The company's purpose is to provide administrative services and trade on its own account and on behalf of third parties, in particular - but not exclusively - industrial metals, and to assume representations of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries abroad and acquire or participate in other companies. The company is authorized to acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may conduct any business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose.