Flawless Holdings Listed at Central Registry
A court application under case reference CR-2026-007186 was registered on 17 September 2026 regarding FLAWLESS HOLDINGS LIMITED at the High Court of Justice Central Registry. The record indicates a Notice of Intention to appoint an administrator. The registration of a notice or presentation of a court petition is a preliminary procedural step and does not constitute a determination of insolvency by the court.
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Court filing details
The table below outlines the core filing details recorded in the HMCTS CE-File system:
| Attribute | Information |
| :--- | :--- |
| Company Name | FLAWLESS HOLDINGS LIMITED |
| Company Number | 12603251 |
| Case Reference | CR-2026-007186 |
| Case Type Recorded | Notice of Intention to appoint an administrator |
| Filing Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Source Jurisdiction | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
Company snapshot
According to records maintained at Companies House, Flawless Holdings Limited was incorporated on 14 May 2020. The company's status is listed as active.
- Registered Office: 71-75 Shelton Street, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
- Primary SIC Code: 74203 (Photographic activities not elsewhere classified)
- Latest Financial Statements: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Directors and ownership
The public register records five officer appointments since incorporation:
- Mr Nicholas John Lynes: Director, appointed 14 May 2020. British national resident in the United Kingdom.
- Mr Scott Mann: Director, appointed 14 May 2020. British national resident in the United States.
- Mr Mark William Ruffell: Director, appointed 5 September 2023, resigned on 19 March 2025. British national resident in England.
- Mr Amit Ravi Kapur: Director, appointed 5 November 2024. American national resident in the United States.
- Mr Oliver Plunkett: Director, appointed 26 November 2024. British national resident in the United Kingdom.
In respect of Persons with Significant Control (PSC), Companies House filings list two individuals:
- Mr Nicholas John Lynes: Notified on 14 May 2020 as holding 25% to 50% of shares and 25% to 50% of voting rights.
- Mr Scott Mann: Notified on 14 May 2020 as holding 25% to 50% of shares and 25% to 50% of voting rights.
Corporate governance facts on the register reflect static filings and do not imply involvement by individual directors in court proceedings.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
Statutory notices required under company law are published in The Gazette. A review of published records indicates no recent insolvency-related notices printed prior to this Central Registry entry. Financial data and supplementary payment filings are not stated in the published source.
Exposure management for suppliers and counterparties
When a court filing of this nature appears on CE-File, trade creditors, suppliers, and financial counterparties typically execute structured risk protocols under the framework of the Insolvency Act 1986.
Risk assessment framework
1. Verify Contractual Provisions: Review default, termination, and insolvency clauses in existing supply contracts.
2. Review Outstanding Receivables: Audit uncollected invoices, pending deliveries, and work-in-progress.
3. Assess Retention of Title (RoT): Confirm whether valid RoT clauses exist for unpaid goods delivered to the buyer.
4. Suspend Discretionary Credit: Move active trade accounts to pro-forma or cash-on-delivery (COD) status where legally permitted.
5. Monitor Court Registers: Check for further formal documents, including administration appointments or winding-up petitions.
Realistic operational scenario
Consider an equipment supplier delivering specialised photographic hardware to a corporate customer under 30-day payment terms. Upon identifying a Notice of Intention to Appoint an Administrator on CE-File, the credit team performs a targeted check to establish whether moratorium protections apply. The supplier pauses pending dispatches and requests immediate settlement of outstanding invoices prior to releasing further stock. This approach limits unsecured exposure while maintaining communication with management.
How to run a winding up petition search
Credit risk teams often need to confirm court filings across multiple registries. Performing a complete winding up search before entering major agreements ensures early visibility of legal proceedings.
Executing a formal winding up petition search involves checking the High Court roll via CE-File or requesting court register searches directly. A regular winding up search helps credit controllers catch early signals before formal Gazette advertisement occurs.
Traditional manual checks vs automated tracking
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For credit teams and legal advisors
Credit controllers, lenders, and legal advisors monitoring counterparty performance must identify court filings before insolvency processes take effect. Missing a Notice of Intention or winding-up petition can lead to frozen bank accounts, unenforceable deliveries, or lost recovery options. Accessing verified registry data allows risk teams to update credit limits, enforce security, and protect balance sheet exposure in real time.
FAQ
What is a Notice of Intention to appoint an administrator?
It is a court filing made by a company, its directors, or a qualifying floating charge holder stating an intention to appoint an administrator. It creates a temporary moratorium protecting the business from creditor enforcement action while an administration is arranged.
Does this filing mean the company is insolvent?
No. A court filing of this type indicates an administrative process has been initiated. Insolvency or administration status is only confirmed if an administrator is formally appointed or declared by the court.
How long does an interim moratorium last?
A Notice of Intention filed by a company or its directors generally creates an interim moratorium lasting 10 business days, subject to specific insolvency rules.
What action should trade creditors take?
Creditors should audit unpaid account balances, verify contract terms, review retention of title rights, and monitor court filings for formal appointment notices.
Disclaimer
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.