Ciconia Group Holding Ltd Faces Winding-Up Petition
On 30 September 2026, a winding-up petition was presented against holding entity CICONIA GROUP HOLDING LTD in the High Court of Justice Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. The filing was recorded under case number CR-2026-007552.
The presentation of a petition represents the formal commencement of court proceedings by a creditor or petitioner. It is an early procedural signal and does not constitute a judicial determination of insolvency or a court order to wind up the company.
Petition details
The public records at the Central Registry detail the court case as follows:
| Attribute | Record | Source |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007552 | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition | CE-File Public Search |
| Filed Date | 30 September 2026 | High Court of Justice |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) | High Court Record |
| Claim Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) | High Court Record |
| Hearing Date | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) | High Court Record |
Company snapshot
Corporate registry records at Companies House show that Ciconia Group Holding Ltd is an active entity operating under standard industrial classification (SIC) code 64209, covering the activities of other holding companies not elsewhere classified.
- Registered Company Name: CICONIA GROUP HOLDING LTD
- Company Number: 14624315
- Date of Incorporation: 30 January 2023
- Registered Office Address: 01 Meadlake Place, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham, Surrey, England, TW20 8HE
- Current Company Status: Active
- Financial Filings Summary: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
To verify if secured lenders hold fixed or floating charges over company assets, creditors can run a company charge check.
Directors and ownership
The public register records two current officers and two individuals with significant control (PSCs) for the company. The register notes that identity is not independently verified by court filings.
Officers on Record
- Mr Job Wim Alexander Gutteling: Appointed as director on 30 January 2023. Recorded as a Dutch national residing in the Netherlands, born in July 1982.
- Mrs Melanie Van Der Heijden: Appointed as director on 30 January 2023. Recorded as a Dutch national residing in the Netherlands, born in January 1983.
Persons with Significant Control (PSC)
- Mr Job Wim Alexander Gutteling: Notified on 30 January 2023. Holds 25% to 50% of shares, 25% to 50% of voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
- Mrs Melanie Van Der Heijden: Notified on 30 January 2023. Holds 25% to 50% of shares, 25% to 50% of voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of the date of this report, statutory notices regarding case CR-2026-007552 are not listed in The Gazette. Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner is generally required to advertise the petition in The Gazette no less than seven business days after service on the company, unless the court orders otherwise.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a petition is presented, corporate risk teams must consider Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. Under Section 127, any disposition of the company's property made after the commencement of the winding-up (the date of presentation) is void in the event that a compulsory winding-up order is subsequently granted, unless validated by the court.
Counterparty Action Checklist
1. Perform a formal winding up search to verify current court entries across group entities.
2. Review pending invoices, delivery schedules, and outstanding credit limits.
3. Audit bank payments to ensure compliance with Section 127 validation rules.
4. Monitor today's cause list for updates on court hearing dates.
How to run a winding up petition search
Traditionally, legal and credit control teams gathered court risk intelligence through manual calls to the Insolvency Service, periodic checks of Gazette publications, or physical cause-list reviews. These legacy methods often introduce delays between a petition filing at the Central Registry and its detection by trade counterparties.
Automated risk tracking consolidates real-time court filings with Companies House metrics. Carrying out a routine winding up search ensures early visibility before statutory advertisement occurs. Businesses monitoring trade credit risk can set up free company monitoring to receive automatic alerts on status changes.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit underwriters and legal advisers managing counterparty risk should conduct a winding up petition search prior to extending trade credit or approving major supply contracts. Unidentified petitions expose suppliers to asset clawbacks and frozen payment channels. Implementing automated registry alerts safeguards working capital against sudden court actions.
FAQ
What is a winding-up petition?
A winding-up petition is a formal legal application submitted to the High Court by a creditor (or the company itself) requesting that the court make an order to place the company into compulsory liquidation due to unpaid debts.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. The presentation of a petition is an initial court filing. The court has not made any finding of insolvency, and the petition may be settled, dismissed, withdrawn, or restrained by court order prior to a hearing.
How long does it take from filing to a court hearing?
A petition hearing date is assigned by the court listing office following presentation. The timeframe typically ranges from four to eight weeks, depending on court availability and procedural compliance.
What is the effect of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 specifies that any transfer of company assets or payment out of bank accounts made after the petition presentation date is void if a winding-up order is later made, unless the court issues a validation order.
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.