Winding Up Petition Presented Against Batim Limited
A winding-up petition has been presented against real estate company BATIM LIMITED at the High Court of Justice Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case number CR-2026-007216. The petition was filed on 18 September 2026. Presentation of a winding-up petition represents the earliest public indicator of legal action by a creditor seeking to compel payment or wind up an entity; it is not a judicial determination of insolvency or a guarantee that a winding-up order will be made.
Petition details
According to records published by the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions via HMCTS CE-File, the court filing contains the following details:
| Field | Registry Record |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007216 |
| Target Entity | BATIM LIMITED (Co. No. 12840311) |
| Filing Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Court | High Court of Justice, Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Claim Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Under Section 122(1)(f) of the Insolvency Act 1986, a creditor may petition the court to wind up a company if it is deemed unable to pay its debts. Creditors can monitor daily court filings on the daily winding-up petitions list.
Company snapshot
BATIM LIMITED was incorporated on 27 August 2020 as a private limited company registered in England and Wales. According to filings on the Companies House register, the business operates under SIC codes 68100 ("Buying and selling of own real estate") and 68209 ("Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate").
- Registered Office: Brulimar House, Jubilee Road, Middleton, United Kingdom, M24 2LX
- Company Status: Active
- Financial Filings: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Directors and ownership
The corporate register records the following officers and beneficial owners for BATIM LIMITED:
- Mr Shloma Olewski: Appointed as a director on 27 August 2020. British national resident in England, born September 1982.
- Ms Chava Leah Olewski: Appointed as a director on 27 August 2020; resigned as a director on 17 January 2024. British national resident in England, born January 1984.
- Mrs Chava Leah Olewski (Person with Significant Control): Notified as a PSC on 27 August 2020. Holds ownership of shares equal to 75% to 100%.
These details reflect statutory filings submitted to Companies House. The register records these corporate roles, and no connection between individual conduct and court filings should be inferred.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of the filing date, no statutory notices regarding a petition, winding-up order, or insolvency appointment for BATIM LIMITED have appeared in The Gazette. Under Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner typically advertises a petition in The Gazette no less than seven clear business days after service and at least seven clear business days before the court hearing, unless the court orders otherwise.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a winding-up petition is presented against a counterparty, trade partners and lenders must take prompt, structured steps to evaluate exposure. Under Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the presentation of a petition is void in the event that a winding-up order is subsequently granted, unless validated by court order.
Risk ranking and decision framework
To mitigate financial and legal risks, trade credit professionals should follow a clear decision framework:
1. Verify the Filing: Run a formal winding up search to confirm the exact status of the registry record.
2. Review Ongoing Contracts: Identify contracts involving credit terms, advance payments, or asset deliveries.
3. Assess Payment Risks: Refrain from releasing goods on open credit where post-presentation transactions might face Section 127 voidance issues.
4. Monitor Official Records: Set up free company monitoring to track subsequent Gazette advertisements, hearing dates, or corporate filings.
Practical Scenario: Property Supply Chain Exposure
Consider a hypothetical commercial property supplier owed £35,000 for maintenance materials delivered to a real estate operator. Upon learning that a petition has been presented:
- The credit team checks whether the invoice fell due before or after presentation.
- The supplier pauses further credit deliveries pending clarification on whether a court validation order under s.127 is in place.
- Performing a routine winding up petition search across corporate counterparties allows credit managers to detect filings before public advertisement in The Gazette occurs.
How to investigate further
To monitor the ongoing progress of case CR-2026-007216:
- Consult official company records on Companies House.
- Track statutory notices via The Gazette.
- Check court hearing schedules at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions.
- Set up automated alerts to monitor the status of this company without manual searches.
How corporate intelligence manual checks compare
Traditionally, credit analysts and solicitors verify insolvency risks by manually checking HMCTS CE-File cause lists, cross-referencing Companies House web filings, and reading Gazette notices. This manual process can take hours across disconnected platforms, leaving credit managers vulnerable to delays between court filings and Gazette publications. Using automated intelligence platforms consolidates court registry data, statutory registers, and real-time alerts into a single defensible workflow.
For credit teams running a winding up search
For credit controllers, risk officers, and legal teams, missing a winding-up petition presentation can result in clawed-back payments or unrecoverable trade debts. Performing a timely winding up search ensures that counterparty risk is identified before credit lines are extended or assets dispatched.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is presented?
After presentation, the petition must be served on the target company. The petitioner then advertises the notice in The Gazette (unless restricted by court order) and a court hearing date is set where a judge decides whether to grant a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, or adjourn proceedings.
Does a winding-up petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. The presentation of a petition is an initial allegation of unpaid debt or inability to pay. The court determines whether insolvency exists at the formal hearing. Petitions may be dismissed, paid, settled, or struck out prior to a court hearing.
What is the effect of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 provides that any property disposition, share transfer, or alteration in status of company members made after the presentation of a petition is void if a winding-up order is eventually granted, unless validated by the court.
How long does it take for a petition to reach a court hearing?
Typically, court hearing dates are listed several weeks to a few months after presentation, depending on court availability and statutory notice periods.
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.