IDC Technologies (UK) Limited Winding-Up Petition Filed
A winding-up petition has been presented against IDC TECHNOLOGIES (UK) LIMITED at the High Court of Justice, Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, under case number CR-2026-007768. The petition was presented on 9 October 2026. Presentation of a petition is the earliest public court record of formal recovery action and is not a determination of insolvency; the court has made no order, and the ultimate disposition of the matter remains to be determined.
Petition details
The court filing details recorded on the High Court CE-File public register are summarised below:
| Field | Court Register Record |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007768 |
| Case Title | IDC Technologies (UK) Limited |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Date | 9 October 2026 |
| Filing Court | High Court of Justice, Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Petition Debt Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Listed Hearing Date | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
IDC TECHNOLOGIES (UK) LIMITED (company number 09168226) was incorporated on 8 August 2014. Corporate details on the Companies House register state:
- Company Status: Active
- Standard Industrial Classification (SIC): 78109 (Other activities of employment placement agencies)
- Registered Office: Stockley Park, 6-9 The Square, Uxbridge, Middlesex, England, UB11 1FW
- Latest Financials: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Directors and ownership
The public register records the following historic and current officers and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs):
- Prateek Gattani: Appointed as director on 12 July 2018. Born September 1978, Indian national, resident in the United States. Recorded as a PSC since 14 February 2018, holding 75% to 100% of shares and voting rights, with the right to appoint and remove directors.
- Ashwini Nikhil Kaluskar: Appointed as director on 8 August 2014, resigned on 1 June 2026. Born August 1976, British national, resident in England. Previously recorded as a PSC from 14 February 2018 until cessation on 1 January 2020.
- Swapnil Achyut Gokhale: Appointed as director on 8 August 2014, resigned on 30 November 2014; reappointed on 1 January 2015, resigned on 13 July 2018. Recorded as a PSC from 6 April 2016 until cessation on 13 July 2018.
All officer and ownership entries reflect public register filings. Identity matching across multiple entries with identical names is not confirmed by court records.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of 11 October 2026, no statutory advertisements relating to case CR-2026-007768 have been published in The Gazette. Under Insolvency Rules 2016, a petitioning creditor typically advertises the petition seven business days after service unless the petition is paid, secured, or restrained under the Insolvency Act 1986.
How to run a winding up petition search
Credit risk managers and legal teams routinely perform a winding up petition search to identify high-risk legal action against commercial debtors before statutory advertisements appear.
When evaluating counterparty exposure following a registry filing, credit control professionals follow a structured risk framework:
1. Verify Court Registry Records: Confirm the filing date and petition status against the Central Registry via today's cause list.
2. Evaluate Bank Account Operational Risk: Under Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the presentation date is void if a compulsory winding-up order is subsequently granted, unless validated by court order.
3. Assess Pending Deliveries and Balances: Review open credit lines, undelivered stock, and outstanding invoices.
4. Conduct Regular Registry Checks: Perform a periodic winding up search across key suppliers and customers to spot early recovery signals.
5. Enable Ongoing Alerts: Set up free company monitoring to track statutory filings, status changes, and board resignations in real time.
Realistic Commercial Scenario
Consider an IT recruitment consultancy supplying contractors to a recruitment agency counterparty. If a petition is filed against the counterparty, any payments issued after the filing date risk invalidation under Section 127 should the court order a winding-up. Initiating a winding up search early allows risk teams to alter settlement terms to cash-in-advance, protecting operational cash flow.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
A court petition filing is the earliest public notification of formal recovery action. It signifies that a legal application has been lodged to wind up the target company. However, petitions are routinely settled, withdrawn, or dismissed prior to a full court hearing.
Counterparties should review outstanding exposure, review contract terms for insolvency default triggers, and seek independent legal advice before terminating active supply agreements.
For credit risk teams and legal advisors
Solicitors, credit underwriters, and finance directors require reliable registry data when making credit decisions. Running a comprehensive winding up search prior to renewing contract terms or extending substantial lines of credit helps mitigate counterparty risk. Missing court filings can expose suppliers to unrecoverable debt and frozen account transfers.
How to investigate further
To track progress on IDC TECHNOLOGIES (UK) LIMITED:
- Check the complete corporate file for IDC TECHNOLOGIES (UK) LIMITED for updated officer and filing details.
- Monitor The Gazette for official statutory notices.
- Review High Court CE-File public records for listed hearing dates and judicial orders.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is filed?
After filing, the petition must be formally served on the company. If the claim remains unpaid and no court injunction is obtained, the petitioner may advertise the petition in The Gazette prior to a High Court hearing.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. Presentation of a petition is an application by a creditor asserting an unpaid debt under Section 123 of the Insolvency Act 1986. Insolvency is only determined if the court grants a winding-up order.
How long between petition presentation and the court hearing?
High Court petition hearings are typically listed 6 to 10 weeks after presentation, depending on court listing availability.
What is the effect of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 provides that any transfer of company property, including bank transfers, made after the petition presentation date is void if a winding-up order is ultimately granted, unless validated by the court.
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.