The company's purpose is to hold and manage, encumber, develop, acquire and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company provides services in the areas of company formation and development, as well as participation in start-up companies and the trade of goods of all kinds. It also aims to produce and distribute food, in particular beverages. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, manage and utilize participations in Switzerland and abroad, and acquire or merge with similar or related companies. It may acquire, utilize and sell patents, rights and licenses. It may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties and grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties. Furthermore, the company may conduct any business or conclude any contracts that are suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose or are directly or indirectly related thereto.