The company's purpose is to operate a shipping company, in particular to acquire and hold passenger ships, as well as to lease and charter ships, and to trade in ships and provide all related services and ancillary services. The company may grant loans and other direct or indirect financing to third parties and affiliated companies, including direct or indirect shareholders and their direct and indirect subsidiaries, and provide security for the obligations of these other companies, including by pledging or transferring assets of the company in trust or by providing guarantees of any kind, regardless of whether for consideration or not. Furthermore, 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.