The purpose of the company is to acquire, manage and exploit participations in Switzerland and abroad, as well as to provide service and consulting services in technical and commercial matters. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. It may acquire, hold, manage and sell real estate, securities, copyrights, patents and licenses of all kinds, and engage in trade in goods of all kinds. The company may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business or conclude contracts that are suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose, or that are directly or indirectly related thereto.