Occupational pension provision within the framework of the BVG and its implementing provisions for the employees of the company and economically, strategically or financially closely related companies, as well as for their dependents and beneficiaries against the economic consequences of old age, death and disability. The foundation can go beyond the statutory minimum benefits and provide support in cases of need, such as illness, accident, disability or unemployment. The affiliation of a related company is based on a written affiliation agreement, which must be notified to the supervisory authority. To achieve its purpose, the foundation can conclude insurance contracts or enter into existing contracts, whereby it must be the policyholder and beneficiary itself.