The company's purpose is to engage in activities of all kinds in the financing, development and marketing of new technologies, in particular in the field of laser technology. Furthermore, it aims to hold and manage participations in other companies as well as provide related administrative services. It 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. It may acquire, manage and sell real estate. It may also carry out financing and leasing transactions for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.