Liberty Steel Newport enters liquidation with about 170 staff

The appointment followed a voluntary winding-up sought by director Iain Hunter. Siemens Financial Services, a creditor, had lodged a winding-up petition in September. Creditors must submit details of their claims by 19 November. The company employs around 170 people and last filed audited accounts in 2019.

Separate entity Liberty Steel Property Newport, which held property assets, is not covered by the liquidation. Greensill Capital, itself in administration since 2021, is a major creditor of the group.