Vaicuks Logistics Limited Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against VAICUKS LOGISTICS LIMITED at the High Court of Justice. According to court records recorded on the CE-File system at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, the petition was presented on 21 September 2026 under case number CR-2026-007299. The presentation of a petition is a formal legal step under s.122(1)(f) of the Insolvency Act 1986. It is not a determination of insolvency, and the court has not issued a winding-up order against the company.
Petition details
The Central Registry listing provides the following core filing details:
| Field | Registry Record |
| :--- | :--- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007299 |
| Company Name | Vaicuks Logistics Limited |
| Company Number | 12080008 |
| Petition Filing Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Source | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Petition Debt Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
The identity of the petitioning creditor and the debt amount are not disclosed in the published court registry record. Professionals tracking daily court filings can monitor today's winding-up petitions list for updates.
Company snapshot
Public filings at Companies House show that VAICUKS LOGISTICS LIMITED was incorporated on 2 July 2019. The company operates under SIC code 53202 (Unlicensed carrier activities) and maintains its registered office at The Movements House Ajax Works, Hertford Road, Barking, England, IG11 8DY.
The company's corporate status is currently recorded as active with an active proposal to strike off. Financial statements, turnover, and net asset figures are not stated in the supplied dataset.
Directors and ownership
Companies House register records list the following officer appointments and persons with significant control (PSCs) for VAICUKS LOGISTICS LIMITED:
- Mr Stephen Lee: Director, appointed 7 May 2024. Recorded as a person with significant control holding 75% to 100% of shares since 7 May 2024.
- Mr Marcus Wilkinson: Director, appointed 7 May 2024.
- Mr Gareth Jones: Director, appointed 25 March 2024, resigned 25 April 2024. Recorded as a PSC from 25 March 2024 to 25 April 2024.
- Mr Vaicuks Vikentijs: Director, appointed 2 July 2019, resigned 25 March 2024; reappointed 25 April 2024, resigned 7 May 2024. Recorded as an active PSC holding 75% to 100% of shares notified 25 April 2024, following a prior PSC period from 2 July 2019 to 25 March 2024.
These officer details reflect the public register facts. No connection between any named individual and corporate insolvency or wrongdoing is asserted.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
The supplied court and register dataset lists no recent insolvency notices published in The Gazette. However, Companies House records indicate an active proposal to strike the company off the register. When a company faces both a strike-off notice and court petition proceedings, creditors frequently lodge formal objections to prevent compulsory dissolution under s.1000 of the Companies Act 2006.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a petition serves as an early warning signal of court action. Under s.127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property or transfer of shares made after the presentation date is void if a compulsory winding-up order is ultimately granted, unless validated by court order.
For commercial counterparties, running a regular winding up search helps credit risk managers detect court proceedings before notices appear in public gazettes.
Counterparty Risk Review Checklist
1. Review discretionary credit: Freeze variable credit limits or transition to advance payment terms upon learning of a petition filing.
2. Audit post-petition payments: Identify transactions occurring after 21 September 2026 to assess potential clawback exposure under s.127.
3. Examine registered security: Review existing charges on Companies House to determine security ranking.
4. Conduct comprehensive searches: Run a formal winding up search across corporate entities to check for linked court actions.
5. Monitor hearing lists: Track upcoming listings at the High Court to ascertain whether the petition proceeds to a hearing.
Practical Scenario: Trade Credit Exposure
Consider a haulage sub-contractor providing freight transport services to a logistics intermediary. If a petition is presented against the intermediary, payments remitted to the sub-contractor after the petition presentation date risk being declared void under s.127 if a winding-up order follows. Sub-contractors who run a routine winding up search can pause ongoing work or insist on immediate cash payment, mitigating unrecoverable credit exposure.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit managers and legal advisers must evaluate counterparty risk promptly when a petition is presented. Failing to identify early legal proceedings before extending trade credit can lead to irrecoverable debt and bank payment invalidation. Credit teams can set up automated free company monitoring to receive daily updates on filing status, officer changes, and court listings.
How Corp Intel streamlines risk intelligence
Investigating early-stage court filings traditionally requires searching High Court CE-File databases, cross-checking Companies House records, reviewing Gazette notices, and contacting court offices. This manual process causes delay for credit underwriters.
Corp Intel aggregates court registry data, Companies House filings, and statutory notices into a single real-time platform. By centralising court filings and registry status changes, commercial teams can complete a comprehensive winding up petition search and manage credit risk effectively.
How to investigate further
To review this filing further, credit professionals can check official records:
- View the updated VAICUKS LOGISTICS LIMITED profile on Corp Intel.
- Review corporate register filings directly via Companies House.
- Set up free company monitoring to track ongoing court listings and corporate filings.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is presented?
After a petition is presented at the Central Registry, the petitioner serves it on the company. The court sets a hearing date, typically 6 to 10 weeks later. If the debt remains outstanding, the petition must be advertised in The Gazette at least seven clear business days before the court hearing.
Can a company continue trading after a petition is filed?
While a company may physically trade, s.127 of the Insolvency Act 1986 makes post-petition property dispositions void if a winding-up order is made, unless validated by the court. Banks generally freeze company accounts once they receive notice of an advertised petition.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. Presentation of a petition represents an allegation of unpaid debt by a creditor. The court decides whether to grant a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, or adjourn the matter.
How can credit managers check if a company faces a petition?
Creditors can search the High Court CE-File database or run a dedicated winding up search to verify pending court proceedings prior to Gazette advertisement.
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.