Jiangsu Eastern Heavy Industries (JEHI) has applied for court protection from creditors as it seeks a deal on debt.

Singapore-listed parent JES International said it aimed to “restructure the group’s assets and liabilities” in a way that would maximise its value for shareholders.

JEHI has filed an application to Taizhou Intermediate People's Court in Jiangsu.

If this is approved, a manager will be appointed by the court to oversee the restructuring.

JES