Haniwells Investments Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against Manchester-based property business HANIWELLS INVESTMENTS LIMITED in the High Court of Justice. HM Courts & Tribunals Service records show the petition was entered at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions on 21 September 2026 under case number CR-2026-007297. Presentation of a petition represents an initial formal step under the Insolvency Act 1986 and is not a judicial determination of insolvency.
Petition details
The table below outlines the core petition filings captured from the court record.
| Attribute | Registry Record Details |
| :--- | :--- |
| Company Name | HANIWELLS INVESTMENTS LIMITED |
| Company Number | 11774435 |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007297 |
| Filing Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Court Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File) |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
According to records maintained on the Companies House register, Haniwells Investments Limited was incorporated on 17 January 2019. The company's registered office is situated at 2nd Floor, Grove House 774-780 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester, England, M20 2DR.
The business operates under two Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes:
- 68100: Buying and selling of own real estate
- 68209: Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate
Specific turnover figures and net asset balances from public accounts are not stated in the published source file for this update.
Directors and ownership
The public register records the current and historic officer roles for the entity as follows:
- Mr Hani Al-Salih: Director, appointed on 17 January 2019. Active.
- Ms Miriam Hani Al Salih: Director, appointed on 14 September 2023, resigned on 24 May 2024.
- Mr Nihad Talat Tawfiq Sabha: Director, appointed on 9 June 2022, resigned on 28 September 2022.
In addition, Companies House filings record Mr Hani Al-Salih as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) since 17 January 2019. The register indicates control held as 75% to 100% of shares, 75% to 100% of voting rights, and the right to appoint or remove directors.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
No statutory advertisement notices under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016 were attached to the immediate registry report. Counterparties monitoring statutory notices can check The Gazette for formal advertisement listings, which typically precede court hearings.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a petition is presented under Section 124 of the Insolvency Act 1986, Section 127 provides that any disposition of company property, including bank payments, made after the petition presentation date is void unless validated by the court. Credit controllers and legal teams dealing with entities subject to court filings usually undertake structured risk evaluations.
Practical counterparty review steps
1. Freeze ongoing credit limits: Suspend unsecured trade credit arrangements pending clarification of the court proceeding.
2. Verify statutory records: Conduct a formal winding up search to ensure no secondary petitions or orders exist against connected entities.
3. Audit outstanding invoices: Reconcile open ledgers and review contractual terms regarding retention of title or security interests.
4. Track hearing dates: Check the court cause lists via today's winding-up list to ascertain listed listing dates once available.
Operational risk scenario
Consider an equipment supplier delivering goods on credit terms to a commercial property firm. If a petition is filed on 21 September and the supplier delivers materials on 24 September without running a statutory check, any payment received post-petition risks being clawed back by a liquidator under Section 127 if a winding-up order is subsequently made. Performing a timely check allows the supplier to request upfront cleared funds or contractual guarantees prior to despatch.
Manual searching vs automated intelligence
Tracking corporate insolvency events manually typically involves checking multiple separate databases. Creditors must cross-reference HMCTS CE-File listings, scan Companies House filings for charges or officer changes, monitor the official London Gazette, and call court registries directly to confirm hearing status. This process is time-consuming and risks missing critical delays between petition filing and formal advertisement.
Corp Intel consolidates public court records, statutory registry filings, and corporate structures into a unified feed. By centralising data updates, credit managers and legal teams receive prompt signals when a petition is presented, eliminating manual registry lookups and providing early exposure protection.
For credit teams and suppliers
For risk officers, credit underwriting teams, and legal advisers, spotting early warning signals is essential before executing contracts or granting extended payment terms. Relying solely on historical financial statements can leave counterparty risk exposed during sudden disputes. Performing a regular winding up petition search ensures timely detection of High Court petitions, while implementing free company monitoring delivers immediate updates on structural corporate changes.
How to investigate further
To review full company records or monitor future updates regarding Haniwells Investments Limited:
- Access the corporate detail overview directly at the Haniwells Investments Limited profile.
- Review general insolvency proceedings guidance via the official Insolvency Service portal.
- Set up automated alerts using free company monitoring to track status changes on Companies House.
FAQ
What does a presented winding-up petition mean?
A presented winding-up petition means an entity has formally filed a court application seeking to wind up a company. It indicates that court proceedings have commenced, but it is not an order to liquidate the company.
How long after presentation is a hearing listed?
Court hearing dates depend on High Court list availability and procedural rules, usually occurring between four and eight weeks after presentation, unless extended by court directions.
Can a winding-up petition be dismissed?
Yes. A petition may be dismissed, withdrawn, or struck out if the underlying debt is settled, successfully disputed on bona fide grounds, or if the court determines the process is inappropriate.
What is Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 states that any property disposition, share transfer, or change in status of company members made after the petition presentation date is void 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.