OVERVIEW:
Knessniet has been a powerhouse in the metal mining and refining sectors since it's founding. This company has existed since 1192, when it was formed by Grand Duke Herman IV with a Ducal Charter. To this day, it remains the primary provider of both raw and refined metals in both the country, and Knessniet's exports.
CHARTER:
As per the law in Knessniet, all charters of any company must be publicly available to read, either in original or copied form. To comply, we have a copy available to read here:
The Grand Duchy of KnessnietSeptember XIII, In the Year of Our Lord MCXCIIDUCAL CHARTEROF THEKNESSIAN SILVER AND METALS COMPANY
ARTICLE I
Hereby establishing, by the Grace of God, the Knessian Silver and Metals Company, hereafter "Company", by order of His Grace, Grand Duke Herman IV of Knessniet.
ARTICLE II
Hereby establishing the current Grand Duke as the eternal Lord-President of the company. He shall always have at minimum a share of LXX/C of the company.
ARTICLE III
Hereby declaring the company to be at the mercy of the Lord-President. He shall have full control of all operations, and he alone may dissolve the company.
By my hand, I affirm this Charter effective and valid, with the authorization of my signature,
Grand Duke Herman IV
Grand Duke of Knessniet, First Lord-President of the Knessian Silver and Metals Company