The company's purpose is to acquire, manage and finance participations in domestic and foreign companies of all kinds, in particular those engaged in the manufacture, trade and distribution of technical equipment and industrial facilities. The company is authorized to acquire, encumber and manage intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. It may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, encumber and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. 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.