Maris Logistics Ltd Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against MARIS LOGISTICS LTD at the High Court Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. The petition was filed on 9 October 2026 under case number CR-2026-007732.
The presentation of a winding-up petition is an initial court filing by a creditor and does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency or a guarantee that the court will issue a winding-up order. Details of the petition appear on the daily cause list maintained by the High Court.
Petition details
Official records filed at the Central Registry show the following details regarding the court proceedings:
| Record Field | Information Recorded |
| --- | --- |
| Company Name | MARIS LOGISTICS LTD |
| Company Number | 11261707 |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007732 |
| Filing Date | 9 October 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) |
| Debt Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
According to records maintained at Companies House, MARIS LOGISTICS LTD was incorporated on 19 March 2018. The company is currently registered as active.
The entity operates under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 49410 (Freight transport by road) and 52103 (Operation of warehousing and storage facilities for land transport activities). Its registered office address is Unit 9 Data Drive, South Kirkby, Pontefract, England, WF9 3FD.
Latest turnover, profit figures, and balance sheet metrics are not stated in the published source.
Directors and ownership
Public entries on the official register record the following officers and beneficial owners for MARIS LOGISTICS LTD:
- Mr Daniel Ilie Maris: Director, appointed 19 March 2018. Nationality: Romanian. Country of residence: England. Date of birth: June 1991. Identified as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) holding 25% to 50% of shares and voting rights, with the right to appoint and remove directors.
- Mr Ioan Maris: Director, appointed 19 March 2018. Nationality: Romanian. Country of residence: England. Date of birth: November 1991. Identified as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) notified on 7 November 2023, holding 25% to 50% of shares and voting rights.
These officer entries reflect details maintained on the public register and do not connect any individual directly to the petition or legal proceedings.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
Statutory notices published in The Gazette provide public notice regarding insolvency proceedings, petition advertisements, and corporate changes. At the time of reporting, no recent Gazette notices were included in the court search data.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition represents the earliest formal warning of potential court-ordered liquidation. For suppliers, haulage subcontractors, and logistics partners, the filing introduces specific operational risks under Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986.
Under Section 127, any disposition of company property, including payments made from bank accounts, made after the petition presentation date is void in the event that a winding-up order is subsequently made, unless validated by court order. Bank accounts are frequently frozen by financial institutions once a petition is advertised or identified.
Credit risk assessment checklist
Credit controllers and risk managers evaluating exposure to MARIS LOGISTICS LTD should implement the following steps:
1. Conduct a formal search: Run a winding up petition search across public records and court databases to verify filing status.
2. Review trade exposure: Quantify outstanding invoice balances and unbilled transport services.
3. Assess payment terms: Consider placing account balances on immediate cash-on-delivery (COD) or advance payment terms.
4. Monitor court listings: Track upcoming hearing dates at the High Court to identify potential adjournment or dismissal orders.
5. Review security interests: Verify whether debentures or charges exist against company assets.
Realistic credit exposure scenario
Consider a freight forwarding business that holds £35,000 in uncollected invoices for haulage subcontracting completed during September 2026. Performing a routine winding up search reveals that a petition was presented against the customer on 9 October 2026.
Because payment for existing invoices made after 9 October could be subject to clawback under Section 127 if a compulsory liquidation order follows, the supplier immediately transitions future work to upfront payment. The credit team formally monitors the CE-File registry to verify whether the petitioning creditor settles or proceeds to a hearing.
How to run a winding up petition search and investigate further
To conduct a comprehensive review of this entity, analysts and legal teams should cross-reference three official sources:
- Central Registry (CE-File): Verifies the case status, petition presentation date, and listed hearing times.
- Companies House Register: Confirms officer appointments, registered address changes, and annual filing filings.
- The Gazette: Provides statutory advertisements confirming formal notice to creditors.
Performing a regular winding up search ensures early visibility before statutory notices are published in print or corporate credit scores adjust.
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FAQ
What is a winding-up petition?
A winding-up petition is a legal application filed at court by a creditor (holding an undisputed debt typically over £750) asking the court to wind up a company and place it into compulsory liquidation.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. The presentation of a petition is an allegation of unpaid debt. The court must hear evidence before deciding whether to issue a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, or adjourn the hearing.
When does a petition get advertised in The Gazette?
Under the Insolvency Rules, a petition is usually advertised in The Gazette no less than seven business days after service on the company and at least seven business days before the court hearing, unless the court orders otherwise.
What happens to payments made after a petition is presented?
Under Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, dispositions of company property made after presentation are void if a winding-up order is ultimately granted, unless validated by the court.
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.