What is happening at Wren Packaging Limited?
This article examines the Wren Packaging winding-up order and the corporate events leading up to it, including the incorporation of a new company, multiple County Court Judgments, satisfied charges, and the subsequent High Court winding-up order.
Corporate Announcement and New Company Incorporation
A press release issued in May 2025 by Luke Hastings, who resigned as a Director of Wren Packaging Limited on 28.02.2025, stated:
“After years of proudly serving you as Wren Packaging, we’re turning the page and stepping into an exciting new chapter. During this month, we’re rebranding as Renaissance Packaging Limited.”
What he actually meant to say was that a new company, Renaissance Packaging Limited, had already been incorporated on 31.01.2025, with Luke Hastings appointed as a Director.
The new company intended to trade from the same address and use the same telephone number as Wren Packaging Limited.
4 Registered Charges Marked as Satisfied
On 24.04.2025, 4 Registered Charges against Wren Packaging Limited were shown at Companies House as satisfied.
These charges were in favour of Bibby Financial Services & The Trustees of the Wren Printed Packaging Limited Pension and Assurance Scheme
The satisfaction documentation was electronically signed by Paul Hastings, who remains a director as of the date of writing.
County Court Judgments Against Wren Packaging Limited
Our NPD database report now shows a total of 9 County Court Judgments (CCJs), with a combined value in excess of £50,000, that were registered against Wren Packaging Limited between January and October 2025.
Wren Packaging Winding-Up Order at the High Court
On 28.07.2025, a winding-up petition was presented against Wren Packaging Limited of Harrier House, Aviation Way, Southend Airport, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6UN (Company Number 08634728).
On 17.09.2025, a Winding-Up Order was made by the High Court, and the Official Receiver in Newcastle was appointed.
Companies House Status Position
At the time of writing, Companies House continues to show Wren Packaging Limited as an active company, and the appointment of the Official Receiver does not appear to be reflected on the public register.
Strike-Off Proceedings
An intention to dissolve the company was issued by the Registrar on 16.01.2025 due to overdue accounts.
This strike-off action was suspended on 09.01.2026 and formally withdrawn on 17.02.2026.
Conclusion
A concerning outcome for creditors and suppliers, unfolding alongside the launch of a new and exciting corporate venture.
If you wish to discuss this matter, or any similar situation affecting your business, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@npdandco.com or call 020 8665 6666.
