The scientific study, development and application of technical testing procedures and methods, the inspection and testing of materials and plants, consulting, dissemination, certification of safety, quality and economic methods in Switzerland. The holding of specific courses for the training and qualification of personnel for destructive and non-destructive testing in accordance with international regulations. It may carry out securities, financial and commercial activities, finance, acquire or transfer participations in companies, entities or companies with a similar or related purpose to its own.