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F.G. BARNES & SONS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2020
61Fair
New Entry
#2977 in UK
#101 in Commerce Models
#504 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
00320732
Registered Address
C/O F G BARNES, Slyfield Green Woking Road, Guildford, GU1 1RT
Status
Active
Employee Count
180
Turnover
£73,003,000
EBITDA
-£2,827,000

Additional Details

Website
https://www.fgbarnes.co.uk/
Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
16 November 1936
Nature of Business
45111 - Sale of new cars and light motor vehicles
45112 - Sale of used cars and light motor vehicles
45190 - Sale of other motor vehicles
45200 - Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles
Industries
Commerce Models, Road Travel
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
41 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:356 days
Max Contractual:365 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
46%
31-60 Days
40%
After 60 Days
12%
Not Paid Within Terms31%

Payment Features

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

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2020-08-10
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202010 Aug 20204146%40%12%31%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201917 Jul 20193351%43%6%24%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201825 Jul 20183246%47%7%41%

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

Trade suppliers are usually either 30 days or month emd following date of invoice. Vehicle purchases are subject to various terms & stocking plans & are dependant on length of holding. New vehicles would normally require payment within 5 days of registration.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

Payment suffered due to delayed receipt of supplier invoices and reduced staff to deal with processing all as a result of covid / lockdown/furlough

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

365

Dispute Resolution Process

Contact with supplier by the original ordering dept, supplier may escalate t to resolve

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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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

F.G. BARNES & SONS LIMITED is a family-owned business based in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in the sale and servicing of agricultural and construction equipment. They have been in business for over 100 years and have a strong commitment to sustainability and the environment.

The company's sustainability program includes initiatives such as using renewable energy sources, reducing their carbon footprint, and promoting recycling and waste reduction. They also work closely with their suppliers to ensure sustainable practices are implemented throughout their supply chain.

F.G. BARNES & SONS LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services, including tractors, combine harvesters, excavators, and other agricultural and construction equipment. They also provide maintenance and repair services for their products, as well as training and support for their customers.

The key people at F.G. BARNES & SONS LIMITED include the managing director, Mr. George Barnes, and his sons, who are involved in the day-to-day operations of the company. They are known for their expertise in the industry and their commitment to providing high-quality products and services to their customers.

For more information about F.G. BARNES & SONS LIMITED, including their products, services, and sustainability efforts, you can visit their website at www.fgbarnes.co.uk. Their registered office address is located at Station Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4LQ, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£20,433
Net Worth
£12,453,019
Total Current Assets
£18,982,134
Total Current Liabilities
£16,443,737

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