The company's purpose is to carry out architectural and planning assignments and to operate as a general and total contractor, as well as to acquire, create, manage and dispose of real estate. 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, patents, licenses, know-how and other intangible property rights in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.