NC Opco Ltd Listed for High Court Winding Up Hearing
The High Court cause list records a winding-up petition hearing listed for NC Opco Ltd on 2 September 2026 at 11:30am in Court 1 of the Rolls Building, London. The matter, registered under case number CR-2026-005435, is brought before the Companies Winding Up Court under the provisions of the Insolvency Act 1986. Readers tracking daily insolvency listings can view the complete winding-up petitions list today or inspect the wider court schedule on the official roll.
Hearing details
The published cause list provides the following court scheduling details for the matter:
| Detail | High Court Filing Information |
| :--- | :--- |
| Company Name | NC OPCO LTD |
| Company Number | 15704803 |
| Case Number | CR-2026-005435 |
| Court Division | Companies Winding Up Court (Chancery Division) |
| Venue | Rolls Building, Court 1, London |
| Hearing Date & Time | 2 September 2026 at 11:30am |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
According to filings on the Companies House register, NC Opco Ltd is an active private limited company incorporated on 7 May 2024. The company's registered office is situated at 51 Welbeck Street, London, England, W1G 9HL.
No Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are currently published on the public record for the entity. Furthermore, no financial accounts or turnover metrics have been submitted since incorporation, as the company remains within its initial statutory accounting period under the Companies Act 2006. The absence of published balance sheet figures means counterparties cannot evaluate the entity's net asset position directly from historical statutory filings.
Directors and ownership
Companies House records outline the officers and ownership structure of NC Opco Ltd. The register details the following directorship appointments:
- Mr Khaled Iai Alkhamis: Appointed as director on 7 May 2024. The register indicates Mr Alkhamis was born in September 1986, is of Kuwaiti nationality, and resides in Kuwait.
- Mr Damian Jon Irvine: Appointed as director on 7 May 2024 and subsequently recorded as having resigned on 18 April 2026. The register notes Mr Irvine was born in May 1974, is of Australian nationality, and resides in England.
Regarding beneficial ownership, the Person with Significant Control (PSC) register indicates a corporate entity holds primary ownership. Northfleet Central 1 Ltd (company number 14068802) was registered as a corporate PSC on 7 May 2024. The filing states that Northfleet Central 1 Ltd holds 75% to 100% of the shares, 75% to 100% of the voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
These details represent factual extracts from the public register. Public filings do not connect named officers or parent entities to insolvency proceedings or any form of commercial liability.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
A search of The Gazette shows no statutory advertisement published in respect of this petition at the time of writing. Under rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner typically advertises notice of a petition in The Gazette prior to the hearing unless the court orders otherwise or the debt is settled early.
Filings at Companies House remain limited to initial incorporation documents and routine corporate maintenance filings. Counterparties seeking to monitor ongoing filing events can configure free company monitoring to receive immediate email updates when new notices or charges are lodged against an entity.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a company appears on the High Court cause list for a winding-up petition, counterparties and credit managers usually conduct an immediate credit review. The presentation of a petition does not establish insolvency, but it triggers legal considerations under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. Section 127 provides that any disposition of the company's property made after the commencement of the winding-up is void unless validated by the court, should a compulsory liquidation order ultimately be granted.
Credit managers dealing with a counterparty listed on the court cause list generally implement the following verification protocol:
1. Conduct a formal winding up search through court cause lists and Central Registry records to verify the petition date and case status.
2. Review existing payment terms, pending orders, and unsettled invoices to evaluate short-term cash exposure.
3. Check the Companies House mortgage register by performing a company charge check to determine whether secured creditors hold debentures or floating charges.
4. Establish direct communication with the company's finance team to inquire whether a validation order has been sought or if settlement negotiations are underway.
For conveyancers, lawyers and lenders
Legal practitioners and credit officers routinely conduct a comprehensive winding up petition search prior to completion of commercial land transactions, loan disbursements, or M&A settlements. Failing to spot a pending petition can lead to transactions being invalidated under statutory insolvency provisions, exposing financial institutions and purchasers to significant title and financial risks. Conducting an exact, up-to-date winding up search before funding or exchange provides standard regulatory and professional protection against unexpected insolvency filings.
How to investigate further
To track this case or monitor broader corporate developments, researchers can cross-examine official databases including GOV.UK Companies House guidance, The Gazette, and the High Court cause list. For instantaneous verification across national registries, credit control teams can perform a court-verified winding up search on Corp Intel.
FAQ
What happens at a High Court winding-up petition hearing?
At the hearing, a High Court judge or Insolvency and Companies Court Judge reviews the petition. The court may grant a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, adjourn the hearing to allow settlement, or substitute another petitioning creditor if the original debt is paid.
Does a cause list entry mean the company is insolvent?
No. A cause list listing indicates that a petition has been filed and scheduled for a court hearing. Insolvency is a legal determination made by the court upon evaluating evidence submitted by the parties.
How can creditors check if a winding-up order has been granted?
Creditors can search court cause lists, inspect the London Gazette for advertisement of a compulsory winding-up order, or check Companies House for form N2B or court order notifications.
Why is a winding up petition search required before major transactions?
Under UK insolvency law, property dispositions made by a company after a winding-up petition is presented may be declared void if a liquidation order is subsequently made. A search verifies whether active petition filings pose a risk to the transaction.
Disclaimer
This report summarises entries on the published court cause list. 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.