The company's purpose is to carry out foundation work and high and low-rise construction in various countries, excluding Switzerland; it can also arrange or participate in the financing of such work. The company can 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 can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, as well as provide security for the liabilities of affiliated companies.