Provision of services, studies, advice and assistance to companies, in particular the development of companies operating in the field of animal health. Acquisition, holding, management and disposal of participations in all types of commercial, financial, industrial and real estate companies in Switzerland and abroad, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE, as well as the administration of the companies held. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and carry out all operations that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, mortgage, sell and manage real estate, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE. It may carry out financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and securities to its subsidiaries and third parties.