The company's purpose is to provide consulting services in the fields of mining and metal industry, as well as market research and strategy consulting services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may acquire, manage, transfer, and exploit intellectual property rights such as patents and trademarks in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies and third parties.