The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and dispose of participations in companies, enterprises or organizations in the fields of mining, metals, energy and information technology. The company may participate in the trade of metals and take over the financing of projects in this industry, as well as carry out and support research and development activities in the field of raw material extraction. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as 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 enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.