ODL Construction Ltd Faces Winding-Up Petition
On 12 October 2026, a winding-up petition was presented against ODL Construction Ltd at the High Court Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case reference CR-2026-007864. The filing was recorded on the court CE-File system. Presentation of a petition is the earliest formal public signal of court insolvency proceedings; it does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency, nor does it guarantee that a winding-up order will ultimately be made.
Petition details
The table below outlines the core details retrieved from the Central Registry record:
| Detail | Court Register Record |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007864 |
| Date Presented | 12 October 2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Alleged Debt Value | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
Data registered at Companies House shows that ODL Construction Ltd (Company Number 15775700) was incorporated on 13 June 2024. The business operates under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code 41201, which covers the construction of commercial buildings.
The company registered office address is Suite 12 45 Circus Road, St Johns Wood, London, England, NW8 9JH. The corporate status remains active on the public register. Details regarding financial turnover and balance sheet filings are not stated in the published source.
Directors and ownership
Public filings list the following officers and ownership structures for ODL Construction Ltd:
- Faten Ben Ali: Director, appointed 30 January 2025. Listed as French and Lebanese, resident in England, born March 1987.
- Besmir Leci: Former Director, appointed 13 June 2024, resigned 30 January 2025. Listed as British, resident in England, born July 1985.
- Ordinal Developments Ltd (Company Number 15775655): Registered Person with Significant Control (PSC) since 13 June 2024. Holds 75% to 100% of shares, 75% to 100% of voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
Corporate register entries record operational roles and ownership percentages only. Directorship or shareholder records do not imply personal liability or misconduct regarding corporate legal proceedings.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
No statutory advertisement relating to case CR-2026-007864 has been recorded in The Gazette. Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner must advertise notice of the petition no less than seven clear business days after service and no less than seven clear business days prior to the hearing.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a creditor presents a petition under Section 123 of the Insolvency Act 1986, counterparties must evaluate potential operational and financial exposures. If a court grants a compulsory liquidation order, Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986 invalidates any disposition of company property or bank transaction made after the petition presentation date, unless validated by court order.
Credit risk teams and suppliers assessing current trade exposure should consider the following steps:
1. Review recent payments and outstanding invoices to determine potential Section 127 clawback risks.
2. Verify contract terms for default clauses triggered by formal insolvency filings.
3. Conduct a broader winding up search to confirm if related group entities face concurrent listings.
4. Check the today's winding-up cause list to track court listing dates as they emerge.
How to run a winding up petition search
Investigating counterparty legal risks requires reviewing separate statutory data sources. Corporate intelligence professionals evaluate filings across multiple registry databases:
- High Court CE-File Registry: Obtains early petition presentation records before public advertisement.
- Companies House Register: Identifies director appointments, registered office changes, and charge registrations.
- The Gazette: Confirms official advertisement details, hearing dates, and court orders.
Rather than manually searching distinct platforms, credit intelligence teams use free company monitoring to receive immediate notifications on statutory filings, registry modifications, and High Court listings. Conducting a regular winding up search allows risk teams to identify counterparty distress before credit lines become unrecoverable.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit managers and legal advisers require prompt notification when commercial counterparties encounter court petitions. Identifying High Court filings prior to Gazette publication protects business lines from uncollectible debts and Section 127 validation complications. Relying on annual accounts or delayed registry entries creates unnecessary exposure; active monitoring ensures timely risk mitigation.
FAQ
What is a winding-up petition?
A winding-up petition is a formal court application submitted by a creditor seeking to place a company into compulsory liquidation to settle unpaid debts under the Insolvency Act 1986.
Why is the petitioning creditor not named?
The High Court CE-File public listing records the presentation date and case reference number but does not disclose creditor identities or financial claim amounts prior to official Gazette advertisement.
How long does a petition take to reach a court hearing?
Petition hearings are generally listed four to eight weeks after presentation at the High Court, depending on court listing availability.
Can a winding-up petition be cancelled?
Yes. A petition may be dismissed, struck out, or withdrawn if the underlying debt is paid in full, successfully disputed on genuine legal grounds, or settled by mutual agreement prior to the court hearing date.
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.