VMS (Fleet Management) Ltd Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against VMS (FLEET MANAGEMENT) LIMITED at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under High Court case number CR-2026-006994. The filing was recorded on 9 September 2026. The presentation of a winding-up petition is an early procedural step under the Insolvency Act 1986 and does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency.
Petition details
The Central Registry record provides the following baseline details regarding the petition:
- Case Number: CR-2026-006994
- Court: Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File public search)
- Filing Date: 9 September 2026
- Case Type: Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition
The published CE-File source does not state the identity of the petitioning creditor, the underlying debt amount, or whether a court hearing date has yet been listed. A full winding up search across court registries can assist counterparties in tracking subsequent hearing listings.
Company snapshot
- Legal Name: VMS (FLEET MANAGEMENT) LIMITED
- Company Number: 04443331
- Date of Incorporation: 21 May 2002
- Registered Office: Avnet House, Rutherford Close, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England, SG1 2EF
- Company Status: Active
- SIC Codes: Not stated in the published source
- Latest Financials: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
The company has been registered with Companies House since May 2002.
Directors and ownership
According to public records from Companies House, the management structure and control of VMS (FLEET MANAGEMENT) LIMITED are recorded as follows:
Active Directors and Officers
- Mr Martin Harold James: Director (appointed 30 May 2002) and Secretary (re-appointed 8 June 2026; previously held secretary role 2002 to 2010).
- Mr Aaron William Laraman: Director (appointed 31 March 2022).
Persons with Significant Control (PSC)
- Vms (Holdings) Ltd (Company Number 07349834): Corporate PSC, registered with 75% to 100% of shares (notified 6 April 2016).
- Mr Martin Harold James: Individual PSC, holding significant influence or control (notified 6 April 2016).
Resigned Officers
Resigned directors recorded on the register include Gary Colin Prentice (2002 to 2022), Richard James Horrex (2013 to 2024), Mark William Laraman (2024 to 2026), Daniel Glenn Miller (2024 to 2026), Scott Douglas Tedman (2024 to 2026), Natalie Louise Taylor (2024 to 2026), Colin Peter Fordham (2002), David John Medcalf (2002), and Neil Roderick Walmsley (2002).
All officer and PSC details reflect public register entries as of the date of this report.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
No statutory insolvency notices for VMS (FLEET MANAGEMENT) LIMITED were recorded in The Gazette at the time of publication. Official advertisement in The Gazette usually follows presentation of a petition in accordance with the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a petition is presented at the Central Registry, trade creditors and suppliers face immediate risk considerations:
1. Disposition of Property: Under Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of the company's property made after the presentation of a petition is void unless validated by court order.
2. Banking Facilities: Lenders and bank risk teams often freeze company accounts upon learning of a petition to mitigate section 127 liabilities.
3. Credit Exposure: Unsecured counterparties must review outstanding invoices and contractual commitments promptly.
Counterparties conducting risk checks should execute a fresh winding up search and check the today's winding up petitions list to monitor legal developments.
How to investigate further
To track updates regarding this filing:
- Review the official record on the Companies House register.
- Set up automated risk alerts using free company monitoring to receive notifications on statutory filings.
- Track mandatory court notices published in The Gazette.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit managers and commercial lawyers evaluating exposure to corporate counterparties must ensure their onboarding and monitoring processes cover pending court actions. Relying solely on historical accounts can leave suppliers vulnerable to uncollectable debts if a legal filing is overlooked. Credit risk teams can conduct a real-time winding up petition search across public court filings prior to extending commercial terms.
FAQ
What does presentation of a winding-up petition mean?
Presentation means a creditor or petitioner has formally lodged a petition with the court requesting that the company be wound up. It is an initial filing and does not mean a winding-up order has been granted.
How long between petition presentation and the court hearing?
Court hearings in the High Court are typically listed several weeks or months after the initial filing date, depending on court listing capacity.
What is the significance of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 renders void any property dispositions, share transfers, or bank payments made by the company after the petition date, unless validated by court order under s.127 Insolvency Act 1986.
Where can creditors check for active court petitions?
Creditors can monitor the daily cause lists or use corporate intelligence services to track petitions filed at the Central Registry.
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.