RDX Works Ltd Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition was presented against RDX Works Ltd on 29 September 2026 at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. The petition is registered under case reference CR-2026-007528.
The presentation of a winding-up petition is an initial procedural filing by a creditor and does not constitute a judicial finding of insolvency or an order to wind up the company. The High Court has made no order at this stage.
Petition details
The table below details the filing facts recorded on the court CE-File system.
| Attribute | Details |
| :--- | :--- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007528 |
| Company Name | RDX Works Ltd |
| Filing Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Court Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Petitioner Name | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
Public filings at Companies House show that RDX Works Ltd was incorporated on 13 July 2017 under company number 10864928. The business carries the active status on the register.
- Registered Office: 7 Bell Yard, London, England, WC2A 2JR
- Standard Industrial Classification (SIC): 62090 (Other information technology and computer service activities)
- Financial Statements: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Directors and ownership
Companies House records set out the corporate management and beneficial ownership structure of the company. These details reflect filings made to the official register.
Current Directors
- Mr Christopher Frank Hodgson: Appointed 29 July 2025. Born February 1985. Resident in England.
- Ms Claire Elaine Tait: Appointed 29 July 2025. Born November 1987. Resident in Scotland.
Resigned Directors
- Mr Daniel Patrick Hughes: Appointed 13 July 2017; resigned 28 July 2025.
- Mr Piers Shrewsbury Wedgwood Ridyard: Appointed 14 February 2019; resigned 17 June 2025.
- Mr Adam Leslie Simmons: Appointed 18 December 2023; resigned 24 January 2025.
- Ms Ellen Jayne Gormley: Appointed 5 June 2023; resigned 30 November 2023.
- Mr Saul Klein: Appointed 14 February 2020; resigned 5 June 2023.
- Mr Christopher Frank Hodgson: Appointed 29 July 2025; resigned 29 July 2025.
Persons with Significant Control
- Rdx Holdings Limited (Company Number 14648189): Registered as a corporate person with significant control on 18 April 2023. Holds 75% to 100% of shares and voting rights.
- Mr Daniel Patrick Hughes: Notified 13 July 2017; record ceased 18 April 2023.
- Mr Piers Ridyard: Notified 30 November 2017; record ceased 18 April 2023.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
No notices regarding a winding-up order or resolution to wind up have been published in The Gazette in the provided data. Further court advertisements or filing updates may follow statutory service of the petition.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition under s.122 of the Insolvency Act 1986 represents a serious risk indicator for trading partners. Under s.127 of the same Act, any disposition of company property or transfer of shares made after the presentation date is void unless validated by the court.
Commercial counterparties typically take the following risk-management steps:
1. Freeze Credit Terms: Re-evaluate credit limits or transition to advance payment terms.
2. Review Bank Operations: Bank accounts are routinely frozen by financial institutions once a petition is advertised in The Gazette.
3. Verify Pending Proceedings: Run a winding up search across public registries to check whether additional claims or court hearings are pending.
How to run a winding up petition search
Corporate intelligence teams and insolvency practitioners monitor court dockets directly to identify early-stage legal filings. Checking court registries via the HMCTS CE-File platform provides visibility before public gazetting occurs.
To check ongoing court proceedings across the UK, professionals consult today's winding-up cause list or maintain continuous surveillance using free company monitoring. A routine winding up petition search ensures that counterparty risk is identified before credit exposure increases.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit controllers and legal teams should verify petition details promptly to avoid unrecoverable exposure. Missing an early petition filing can result in supply of goods or services during a voidable period under s.127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. Reviewing current petition records via a targeted search provides essential risk protection before executing high-value contracts or releasing credit.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is presented?
After a petition is presented at the High Court Central Registry, it must be formally served on the company. A court hearing date is set where a judge will determine whether to make a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, or adjourn the hearing.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. Presentation of a petition indicates that a creditor alleges a debt is due and unpaid (often under s.123 of the Insolvency Act 1986). The company may dispute the debt, pay the balance, or seek a validation order.
When does a winding-up petition become public?
Petitions are recorded on the court's public CE-File database upon filing. However, formal public advertisement in The Gazette generally occurs at least seven business days after service, provided no injunction to restrain publication is granted.
Can a winding-up petition be withdrawn?
Yes. If the underlying debt is settled or resolved to the satisfaction of the petitioner, the petitioning creditor may apply to court for permission to withdraw the petition prior to the hearing.
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.