P&O FERRIES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
87Good
35.0vs last year
#1204 in UK
#49 in Travel And Transportation
#210 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
00237626
Registered Address
Channel House, Channel View Road, Dover, CT17 9TJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
738
Turnover
£100,506,000
EBITDA
-£84,553,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
2 March 1929
Nature of Business
50100 - Sea and coastal passenger water transport
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
23 days
Shortest Period:15 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
77%
31-60 Days
13%
After 60 Days
10%
Not Paid Within Terms0%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202531 Jul 20252377%13%10%0%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20255240%58%2%47%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202301 Feb 20245521%61%18%53%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202301 Feb 20246516%61%23%45%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202201 Feb 20245812%64%24%25%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202201 Feb 20244911%66%23%41%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202101 Feb 20245713%63%24%25%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202101 Feb 20243712%58%30%18%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202001 Feb 20245020%63%17%51%
01 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 202001 Feb 20245322%58%20%39%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard payment terms vary depending on the volume of trade with the customers, their geographic location and the settlement method chosen or available. The terms offered and agreed are part of the commercial discussions between the sales team and representatives of the customer. https://www.poferriesfreight.com/freight/content/images/file15579.pdf

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

For any payment queries, suppliers should contact the Accounts Payable department at P&O Ferries Ltd, either by email to ccountspayable@poferries.com or by phoning the switchboard on 01304 863000 and asking for the Accounts Payable department. The Accounts Payable department will look into suppliers’ queries as soon as possible, and will liaise with the purchaser and the supplier to resolve any queries or disputes to enable payment to be made as quickly as possible.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

P&O FERRIES LIMITED is a British company that operates ferry services between the UK and Europe. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Dover, England.

The main activities of P&O FERRIES LIMITED include providing ferry transportation for passengers, cars, and freight between the UK and countries such as France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. They operate 20 vessels and offer a variety of services such as onboard dining, shopping, and entertainment.

In recent years, P&O FERRIES LIMITED has also focused on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. These include investing in more fuel-efficient vessels, implementing waste management programs, and using alternative fuels. The company also supports local communities through various charitable and volunteering activities.

Some of the key people at P&O FERRIES LIMITED include CEO Janette Bell and Chairman and Managing Director Robert Woods. The company has a dedicated customer service team that can be contacted for inquiries and bookings. Additionally, their website provides information on schedules, fares, and special offers.

The registered office of P&O FERRIES LIMITED is located at Channel House, Channel View Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9TJ, UK. Their website address is www.poferries.com. Overall, P&O FERRIES LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable company that provides essential transportation services between the UK and Europe.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,275,000
Net Worth
-£25,079,000
Total Current Assets
£287,505,000
Total Current Liabilities
£287,645,000

Company Location