Winding-Up Petition Filed: LABC Group Ltd
A winding-up petition has been presented against construction business LABC Group Ltd at the High Court of Justice. Records from the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions show the filing was lodged on 9 October 2026 under case number CR-2026-007745. The presentation of a petition is a formal court application and does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency; the ultimate outcome remains a matter for the court to decide.
Petition details
The table below outlines the case parameters recorded on the public CE-File system:
| Field | Registry Record |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007745 |
| Case Title | LABC Group Ltd |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Date | 9 October 2026 |
| Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
The identity of the petitioner and the specific sum claimed are not stated in the published source.
Company snapshot
According to Companies House filings, LABC Group Ltd (company number 15985503) was incorporated on 30 September 2024. The company's registered office address is 167-167 Great Portland Street, London, Greater London, England, W1W 5PF.
The business operates under the following Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes:
- 41201: Construction of commercial buildings
- 41202: Construction of domestic buildings
- 43390: Other building completion and finishing
Specific figures for turnover, net assets, or financial filings are not stated in the published source.
Directors and ownership
Public register records list the following management and control history for the entity:
- Mr Aaron Simon Michael Blackwell: Director, appointed on 30 September 2024. The register records his nationality as English and country of residence as England. He is also registered as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) since 30 September 2024, holding 25% to 50% of shares, 25% to 50% of voting rights, and the right to appoint or remove directors.
- Mrs Laura Henrietta Blackwell: Director, appointed on 30 September 2024, with resignation recorded on 1 March 2026. The register records her nationality as British and country of residence as England. She was registered as a PSC from 30 September 2024 until her control ceased on 1 March 2026.
These details are drawn directly from the public register. The filing of a court petition relates to the corporate entity itself and does not imply any misconduct or personal liability on the part of listed officers.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
A review of The Gazette shows no statutory insolvency notices published for LABC Group Ltd at the time of reporting.
Under the Insolvency Act 1986, a creditor who presents a petition must serve it on the company before advertising it in The Gazette, subject to High Court procedural rules.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a court petition is lodged, counterparties face immediate structural risks under UK corporate law:
1. Disposition of Assets (Section 127): Any transfer of company property or payment made after the petition presentation date is void if a compulsory liquidation order is subsequently made, unless validated by court order.
2. Bank Account Freezes: Banks regularly audit High Court listings and often freeze corporate accounts upon learning of a petition to avoid validation liabilities.
3. Credit Exposure Risk: Trade creditors supplying goods or services on deferred terms face elevated loss potential if the company enters court-ordered liquidation.
Creditors seeking to assess wider market risks across trade partners should conduct a daily check on today's winding-up petition list.
How to run a winding up petition search
To evaluate credit exposure, commercial intelligence professionals follow a structured multi-step framework:
1. Verify High Court Filings: Perform a winding up petition search across court registries to identify unadvertised filings before notice appears in official journals.
2. Monitor Official Announcements: Cross-reference company registration numbers on The Gazette to check for formal advertisement schedules or appointment of provisional liquidators.
3. Review Corporate Registers: Inspect filings via Companies House to monitor changes in directorships, registered address, or satisfaction of registered charges.
4. Set Up Automated Tracking: Implement continuous monitoring to capture real-time filings, preventing unexpected bad debt exposure. Commercial teams can use free company monitoring to track ongoing corporate risk indicators.
In practice, running a timely winding up search ensures trade suppliers do not extend credit to entities undergoing active court petitions.
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For credit teams and suppliers
Credit controllers and commercial lenders must evaluate counterparty risk immediately upon learning of court filings. Conducting a proactive winding up search before approving credit extensions, releasing materials, or executing high-value supply contracts is critical for risk management. Delaying risk verification until a petition is advertised in The Gazette often leaves suppliers exposed to void transactions under insolvency law.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is presented?
After presentation, the petition must be served on the target company. The petitioning creditor will generally list the matter for a High Court hearing. If the debt remains unpaid and the company cannot demonstrate solvency or defend the claim, the court may issue a winding-up order.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is automatically insolvent?
No. A petition is an application made by a creditor to the High Court. The court must evaluate the petition and any defense presented by the company before issuing an order.
How quickly does a winding-up petition lead to a hearing?
A hearing date is typically listed several weeks after presentation, depending on court availability and service procedural requirements under court rules.
When is a winding-up petition advertised in The Gazette?
Under Civil Procedure Rules and insolvency regulations, a petition is usually advertised in The Gazette no earlier than seven business days after service on the company, unless the court orders otherwise or restrains 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.