The company's purpose is: the industrial manufacture of products made of plastic, metal, wood, textiles and minerals, as well as the trade in these products; to buy, sell and trade in goods, articles and accessories of all kinds, in particular in the packaging sector; scientific research in this field as well as any similar or analogous activity; the acquisition, administration and exploitation of patents, trademarks, unpatentable manufacturing processes, know-how and intangible rights of all kinds; real estate, financial transactions including leasing and participations. The company may carry out itself or through third parties, all operations directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may also acquire, manage and sell real estate and participate in existing or newly created companies or enterprises in Switzerland and abroad through contributions, mergers, subscriptions or participations.