Dalian: Rongsheng Xixiakou Shipbuilding has finally won its case against Spliethoff and engine maker Wartsila after nearly two years.

Qingdao Maritime Court has reached its final decision, adjudging Spliethoff, Wartsila Finland and Wartsila (Shanghai) were involved in fraudulent practices.The court has ruled Wartsila must provide two same set new engines and propeller systems to Xixiakou, and the three defendants must pay RMB135m to the Chinese shipyard.

The case started in 2006 when Xixiakou won a 12,500 dwt vessel order from Spliethoff and bought two engines from Wartsila which were picked up by the owner, however, the engines were damaged and found to be second-hand products.