Renwear Limited Faces S216 Application at High Court
On 8 October 2026, a court application was filed at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case number CR-2026-007820 involving Renwear Limited (company number 07654142). The CE-File record lists the case type as "Companies - Application - Leave to Act - Prohibited Name (S216)". Filing of court proceedings at the Central Registry is an administrative record and does not constitute a determination of insolvency or any finding of wrongdoing by the court.
Filing details
The table below details the filing as recorded in public court records:
| Attribute | Details |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007820 |
| Filing Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Application - Leave to Act - Prohibited Name (S216) |
| Court Source | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File) |
| Company Number | 07654142 |
Company snapshot
Renwear Limited is an active private company limited by shares, incorporated on 1 June 2011. The company's registered office is recorded at 36 - 38 Waterloo Road, London, NW2 7UH. The business operates under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 77299 (renting and leasing of other personal and household goods) and 96010 (washing and dry-cleaning of textile and fur products).
| Financial Metric | Filing to 30 June 2025 |
| --- | --- |
| Net Assets | £170,649 |
| Employee Count | 9 |
| Turnover | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Going Concern Flag | False |
| Audit Status | Exempt / None |
Further corporate disclosures can be verified directly on the Companies House register.
Directors and ownership
According to records maintained by Companies House, the current officers and ownership structures are as follows:
- Mr Yeshaya Kramer: Appointed as director on 18 February 2013. Born December 1983. Recorded as a person with significant control (PSC) since 1 June 2016, holding 75% to 100% of voting rights.
- Ms Esther Wosner: Served as secretary from 1 June 2011 until resigning on 1 June 2011.
- Ms Barbara Kahan: Served as director from 1 June 2011 until resigning on 1 June 2011.
- Mr Benzion Wosner: Served as director from 1 June 2011 until resigning on 18 February 2013.
- Mr Mordechai Yehuda Wosner: Served as director from 1 June 2011 until resigning on 18 February 2013.
All details reflect public records. The presence of court filings relates strictly to legal applications concerning the corporate entity and implies no individual misconduct or insolvency on the part of named officers.
Recent Gazette activity and statutory context
Public notices published in The Gazette indicate that a notice of Creditors' Voluntary Liquidation was published for Renwear Limited on 2 October 2026. Prior to this, a corporate filing notice was logged on 14 July 2026.
Under Section 216 of the Insolvency Act 1986, where a company has entered insolvent liquidation, individuals who served as directors in the 12 months prior to liquidation are restricted from reusing the company's registered or trading name (or a confusingly similar name) without express leave of the court or specific statutory exceptions. Application CR-2026-007820 reflects a court proceeding under this section.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a court record or liquidation notice is identified, credit managers and counterparty risk officers perform targeted reviews. Running a winding up search forms standard practice when assessing counterparty risk across trade partners.
Risk mitigation workflow
1. Verify court filings: Request full court documentation to ascertain the specific relief sought under Section 216.
2. Review trade exposure: Conduct a complete reconciliation of outstanding balances and contractual commitments.
3. Perform cross-director checks: Audit related management structures across trading counterparties to maintain legal compliance.
4. Monitor register updates: Execute a regular winding up search across high-exposure accounts to detect new legal proceedings early.
How to investigate further
Legal and credit risk teams traditionally check court listings by contacting the Central Registry, monitoring physical court boards, or searching Companies House filings manually. Automated tools streamline this workflow by aggregating cause lists and statutory filings into a single dashboard.
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For credit teams and suppliers
Credit teams and legal advisers perform formal searches prior to contract execution and account renewals. Missing early court filings or statutory notices can result in uncollectable debts or commercial disputes. Performing a comprehensive winding up petition search ensures complete visibility across High Court registry filings.
FAQ
What is a Section 216 application?
Section 216 of the Insolvency Act 1986 prevents directors of a company in insolvent liquidation from reusing the company name or a similar trading name without court approval. An application under Section 216 requests formal permission from the court to act in relation to a prohibited name.
Is an application under S216 a winding-up petition?
No. While processed at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, a Section 216 application is an application for leave regarding company naming rules following a liquidation, rather than a creditor petition seeking to wind up an active business.
How long does a High Court application take to resolve?
Court timelines vary depending on court scheduling, evidence requirements, and whether the application is opposed. Most directions hearings are scheduled within 4 to 8 weeks of initial submission.
Where can I check if a company has court petitions or applications?
You can perform a dedicated search via Companies House, The Gazette, or use a single search endpoint on Corp Intel to verify High Court registry records.
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.