Winding-Up Petition: Proma (Design) Limited
A winding-up petition was presented against Cheshire-based contractor Proma (Design) Limited on 28 October 2026 under case number CR-2026-008356, according to records from the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. The filing marks the formal opening of court proceedings under the Insolvency Act 1986. The presentation of a petition is not a judicial determination of insolvency, and the court has made no winding-up order against the business.
Petition details
The petition was lodged electronically on HM Courts and Tribunals Service CE-File system and recorded at the Central Registry.
| Detail | Case Record |
| --- | --- |
| Company Name | PROMA (DESIGN) LIMITED |
| Company Number | 06433891 |
| Court Reference | CR-2026-008356 |
| Filing Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Petition Debt | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Hearing Date | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
Public filings at Companies House show that Proma (Design) Limited was incorporated on 22 November 2007. The company's registered office is Hollybrook House Castle Hill, Mottram St. Andrew, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4AX.
The company is registered under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 41202 (construction of domestic buildings) and 70229 (management consultancy activities other than financial management). Financial figures, including turnover, balance sheet net assets, and auditor statements, are [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor).
Counterparties assessing corporate relationships can review the full Proma (Design) Limited profile on Corp Intel.
Directors and ownership
Companies House register data reflects the following active and historical appointments for Proma (Design) Limited:
- Barrie John Gill: Director, appointed 9 January 2008. Born August 1963, British nationality, resident in England.
- Samuel Frank Reynolds: Director, appointed 8 April 2024. Born October 1990, British nationality, resident in England.
- Penny Elena Gill: Secretary, appointed 9 January 2008, resigned 5 November 2025. British nationality.
- Lesley Joyce Graeme: Director, appointed 22 November 2007, resigned 9 January 2008. Born December 1953, British nationality.
- Paul Gordon Graeme: Secretary, appointed 22 November 2007, resigned 9 January 2008. British nationality.
According to the register of persons with significant control (PSC), two entities currently hold registrable control:
- Mr Barrie John Gill: Notified 6 April 2016, holding 25% to 50% of shares and 25% to 50% of voting rights.
- Reynolds Design And Build Ltd (company number 09453462): Corporate PSC notified 18 August 2025, holding 25% to 50% of shares and 25% to 50% of voting rights.
All details reflect public register entries. No connection between any individual and the presentation of the petition is made or implied.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of the date of reporting, no formal petition advertisement has been gazetted in The Gazette. Under the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner must wait at least seven business days after service before advertising the petition, unless the court orders otherwise.
Professionals tracking commercial insolvency filings across England and Wales can review the daily winding-up petitions list to monitor petitions as soon as they appear at the Central Registry.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition triggers immediate legal and commercial risks under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. If a winding-up order is subsequently made, any disposition of the company's property, and any transfer of shares or alteration in the status of members made after the presentation date, is void unless the court validates it.
Commercial counterparties frequently manage this phase through structured risk assessment:
1. Stop unsecured credit lines: Place accounts on cash-on-delivery (COD) or advance payment terms to prevent exposure to void post-petition transactions.
2. Review retention of title (ROT): Identify goods supplied but unpaid, verify contract terms, and assess whether stock on site can be identified and reclaimed.
3. Audit outstanding payments: Identify payments received between 28 October 2026 and the present date, as these may face recovery action if an order is made and no validation order is granted under section 127.
4. Run a wider registry check: Conduct a winding up search across group entities or related trading partners to confirm whether cross-guarantees or connected firms are affected.
Practical exposure scenario
Consider a trade contractor who supplies timber and joinery services to a construction business on 60-day settlement terms. If an outstanding invoice of £45,000 falls due after a petition is presented, and the debtor pays via standard transfer, that £45,000 disposition is technically void under section 127 if a winding-up order follows. The liquidator can demand repayment from the supplier into the insolvent estate. Operating with early registry intelligence allows credit managers to demand third-party security or request evidence of a section 127 validation order before releasing further materials.
How to investigate further
To establish the status of Proma (Design) Limited, legal advisers and credit teams should review public sources in sequence:
- Companies House: Verify statutory filings, charges, and officer changes on the public register.
- The Gazette: Watch for statutory advertisement, which confirms the appointed hearing date and the petitioner's legal representation.
- Central Registry search: Obtain verified confirmation of petition status directly from the court register.
Rather than relying on manual telephone enquiries or delayed credit bureau updates, credit teams can establish free company monitoring to receive real-time email alerts when fresh documents, charges, or formal notices are registered.
For conveyancers, lawyers and lenders
Before completing high-value corporate acquisitions, refinancing facilities, or property transfers involving trading companies, conducting a winding up petition search is a mandatory risk step. If an entity executes a contract or disposes of assets while subject to an unadvertised petition, the transaction is vulnerable to retrospective invalidation under section 127. Missed filings can lead to professional indemnity claims, frozen completion funds, or contested titles. Legal teams should secure formal search evidence before funds are disbursed.
FAQ
What does a winding-up petition presentation mean?
Presentation means an alleged creditor has formally filed documents with the court requesting that the company be placed into compulsory liquidation. It is not an order for liquidation, and the court has not yet adjudicated the claim.
When does a winding-up petition become public?
A petition is recorded immediately on the court's CE-File system upon submission. However, statutory public advertisement in The Gazette generally occurs at least seven business days after service, meaning a petition can affect bank accounts and contracts before it is widely known.
Can a company trade after a petition is filed?
A company can legally trade, but section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986 makes any disposition of assets void if an order is eventually granted, unless validated by court order. Consequently, banks frequently freeze company accounts once notified of a petition.
What is the hearing timescale?
Hearing dates are determined by court availability, typically listed within six to ten weeks from presentation. The debtor may settle the undisputed debt, enter an administration, negotiate a company voluntary arrangement, or seek to have the petition struck out or dismissed prior to that hearing.
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.