The company aims to provide nautical and technical services and other services for river vessels, particularly in the areas of crew, technical supervision, operational support and related ancillary services necessary for the safe and efficient operation of such vessels. The company may participate in or acquire similar and related enterprises. The company may acquire, sell, lease or rent ships, real estate and properties. The company may grant loans or other financing to its direct or indirect parent company and to its or their direct or indirect subsidiaries (directly or indirectly). The company may provide guarantees, securities and other commitments of any kind for liabilities of such companies, including through fiduciary transfers or assignments of and pledges on the company's assets. The company may also operate or participate in cash pooling (of any kind). Any transaction mentioned in this paragraph may be carried out independently of any clumping risks and with or without consideration.