The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds, in particular ships, components of and rights to use ships, the rental of ships and parts thereof, the provision of related services and marketing services. 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 guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.