BAKO LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
54Fair
3.0vs last year
#3411 in UK
#260 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
00832602
Registered Address
74 Roman Way Industrial Estate, Longridge Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 5BE
Status
Active
Employee Count
266
Turnover
£207,194,000
EBITDA
£17,430,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
28 December 1964
Nature of Business
56290 - Other food services
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:101 days
Max Contractual:101 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
35%
31-60 Days
50%
After 60 Days
15%
Not Paid Within Terms57%

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: 2024-10-21
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202523 Oct 20254040%48%12%49%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202514 May 20254137%49%14%53%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202418 Apr 20244235%49%16%55%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202309 Oct 20234136%51%14%55%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202231 Oct 20224725%50%25%75%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202219 Apr 20225620%45%34%73%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202118 Oct 20215119%53%28%72%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202126 Apr 20215520%54%27%69%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202001 Oct 20205519%51%30%70%

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

21st Month following invoice

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

101

Dispute Resolution Process

The company aims to rectify all disputes in a reasonable timeframe. Disputes are managed by our Accounts Payable team accountspayable@bakonw.co.uk and escalated to our Purchasing Department as required.

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

BAKO LIMITED is a UK-based company that specializes in the wholesale distribution of bakery ingredients and supplies. The company was founded in 1947 and has since become a leading supplier in the industry.

Their sustainability program is focused on reducing waste and promoting environmentally-friendly practices. They have implemented measures such as recycling packaging materials, using eco-friendly delivery vehicles, and sourcing products from sustainable suppliers.

BAKO LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services to their customers, including baking ingredients, packaging materials, equipment, and training courses. They also provide customers with expert advice and support to help them achieve their baking goals.

The key people behind BAKO LIMITED are the managing director, David Armstrong, and the chairman, Richard Hazell. They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality products and services to their customers.

The company's website, www.bakolimited.co.uk, provides detailed information about their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts. Their registered office address is BAKO North Western, 1st Floor, Premier House, 309 Ballards Lane, London, N12 8LY.

In summary, BAKO LIMITED is a reputable company in the bakery industry, with a strong commitment to sustainability. They offer a wide range of high-quality products and services, led by a team of experienced professionals. Customers can visit their website or contact them at their registered office for more information.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£5,841,000
Net Worth
£18,198,000
Total Current Assets
£54,126,000
Total Current Liabilities
£39,018,000

Company Location