Score of 91/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
BORCHARD LINES LIMITED demonstrates a strong positive trend in payment speed, with an average payment time of 30 days. A significant 95% of payments are consistently made within the 30-day window, indicating stable adherence to standard terms. The payment trajectory shows highly reliable and predictable behavior.
Payment reliability for BORCHARD LINES LIMITED is very high, with only 5% of payments falling into the 31-60 day category and no payments exceeding 60 days. This indicates excellent predictability, as severe delays are nonexistent and minor delays are infrequent. Consequently, the payment risk factors for a supplier are remarkably low.
Based on this assessment, BORCHARD LINES LIMITED presents a low payment risk profile, making them a highly attractive partner for suppliers. The key decision factor is their proven track record of timely payments, with virtually no significant delays. Suppliers can confidently offer standard credit terms without needing specific risk mitigation strategies beyond regular invoicing.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
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| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 21 Jan 2026 | 30 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 21 Jan 2026 | 30 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 13 Feb 2025 | 30 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 15 Jul 2024 | 30 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 26 Apr 2024 | 30 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| 03 Apr 2018 - 02 Apr 2019 | 03 May 2019 | 30 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| 03 Apr 2017 - 02 Apr 2018 | 05 Nov 2018 | 30 | 95% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Usually 30 days subject to approval
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
30
Considered by responsible party in company
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
Borchard Lines Limited is a British company registered in England, trading as Borchard Lines since 1933, with origins as ship owners in the 19th century. It operates independent and joint liner shipping services, providing weekly sailings between ports in North Europe, West Coast UK and the Mediterranean. The company offers door to door logistics using its own trucking fleets and long-standing haulier relationships, along with refrigerated container services for fresh, frozen and specialist cargoes. It also provides container cleaning and repair facilities through an associated operation. Services span container shipping, short sea transport, inland land transport and tailored logistics solutions, supported by overseas offices and agents.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: borlines.com · borlines.com · borlines.com