The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and manage participations in Switzerland and abroad, to acquire, manage and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to operate a transport company with all activities directly or indirectly related thereto. 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. 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, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.