Voltz Energy Solutions Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition was presented against Voltz Energy Solutions Ltd on 18 September 2026 at the High Court of Justice under case number CR-2026-007161. The filing is recorded on the High Court's CE-File system at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions.
The presentation of a petition is a statutory process initiated by a creditor and does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency; whether a winding-up order is ultimately granted remains a matter for the court.
Petition details
The petition details recorded on the public court filing system are set out below:
- Case number: CR-2026-007161
- Filing date: 18 September 2026
- Case type: Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition
- Filing registry: Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File public search)
- Petitioning creditor: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Under the Insolvency Act 1986 s.123, a creditor may present a petition where a debt exceeding £750 remains unpaid following a statutory demand or unsatisfied judgment.
Company snapshot
According to the public register at Companies House, Voltz Energy Solutions Ltd (company number 15501132) was incorporated on 18 February 2024. Its current corporate status is active, and its registered office address is 6 The Flyers Way, Westerham, Kent, England, TN16 1DE.
Financial accounts and Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are not stated in the published source.
Directors and ownership
The official register at Companies House records the following historic and current officer appointments:
- Mr Khalid Elkhadraoui: Director, appointed 18 February 2024 (active). Born August 1980.
- Mr Edward Oliver Michael Luck: Director, appointed 3 March 2026 (active). Born January 1971.
- Mr Edmond Nicolov Kostov: Director, appointed 26 February 2024, resigned 3 March 2026. Born September 1971.
Regarding control, the register of Persons with Significant Control (PSC) states that Mr Khalid Elkhadraoui was notified on 18 February 2024 as holding between 75% and 100% of shares and voting rights, as well as the right to appoint and remove directors.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
No statutory notices for Voltz Energy Solutions Ltd appear in The Gazette. The presentation of a winding-up petition precedes statutory advertisement in The Gazette, which typically occurs prior to the court hearing in accordance with the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition serves as an early operational warning. Once a petition is presented, statutory mechanisms under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986 apply, rendering post-petition dispositions of company property void unless validated by court order if a winding-up order is subsequently made.
Creditors and counterparties managing trade exposure should evaluate risk systematically using the following decision framework:
1. Verify petition status: Confirm court filings and monitor the court registry for upcoming hearing listings.
2. Assess direct credit exposure: Review outstanding invoices, open purchase orders, and contractual commitments.
3. Review payment terms: Consider placing credit accounts on cash-on-delivery (COD) or requiring upfront settlement for ongoing supply.
4. Establish ongoing tracking: Implement automated alerts to catch subsequent Gazette notices or winding-up orders instantly.
How to run a winding up petition search
To evaluate potential risk across commercial partners, credit risk managers traditionally conduct manual checks across multiple registries. Running a winding up search allows risk officers to check whether petitions have been presented at the Central Registry prior to public advertisement.
| Search Method | Information Provided | Lead Time |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Central Registry (CE-File) | Petition presentation date & case number | Earliest public signal (0-24 hours) |
| The Gazette | Formally advertised winding-up petition | Typically 7+ days after filing |
| Companies House | Final liquidation status / winding-up order | Post-hearing / administrative delay |
Performing a periodic winding up search ensures trade credit teams identify pre-hearing filings before credit exposure increases. To view today's complete cause list, review our updated daily winding-up petitions list. Setting up free company monitoring enables automated email notification whenever statutory changes occur.
Practical scenario
Consider a commercial trade supplier extending £25,000 in monthly credit terms. If a creditor presents a winding-up petition against the customer, any payments made by the customer after the petition date could potentially be subject to clawback under section 127 should a winding-up order be made. By initiating a prompt winding up petition search, the credit controller identifies the court filing, pauses unfulfilled orders, and requires immediate payment clearance prior to releasing goods, protecting the business against unsecured insolvency loss.
For credit teams and suppliers
For commercial lenders, credit controllers, and risk teams, early awareness of court petitions is essential for mitigating credit risk and preventing void dispositions under s.127. Missing a petition filing can lead to unrecoverable debt exposure. Utilizing free company monitoring ensures your credit management workflow receives immediate alerts whenever corporate registry or court statuses update.
FAQ
What is a winding-up petition?
A winding-up petition is a legal application submitted to the court by a creditor alleging that a company cannot pay its debts (pursuant to section 123 of the Insolvency Act 1986), requesting that the court make an order to wind up the company.
Does a winding-up petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. Presentation of a petition is an allegation filed by a petitioner. The court has not made a determination, and the company may dispute the debt, apply to restrain advertisement, or pay the outstanding sum prior to a hearing.
When does a petition get advertised in The Gazette?
Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency Rules 2016, a petition is usually advertised in The Gazette no less than seven business days after service on the company and at least seven business days before the court hearing, unless the court orders otherwise.
What happens to company payments after a petition is filed?
Under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the presentation of a petition is void if a compulsory winding-up order is ultimately granted, unless the court issues a validation order.
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.