The purpose of the company is to set the strategy, manage and control the supply chain of the Schindler Group. In this context, the company is particularly active in the areas of development, production, processing, purchasing and sales, trade, storage, import and export, as well as transportation of all kinds of raw materials, processed or semi-processed products, especially for elevators and escalators. The company may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may grant loans or other financing to third parties, including direct or indirect shareholders of the company or companies in which they are involved, and provide securities of any kind. The company may acquire, encumber, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad.