JACK RICHARDS SON LIMITED

Company Details

Registration Number

01041518

Registered Address

2 Garrood Drive Industrial Estate Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8NN

Company Status

Active

Employee Count

744

Turnover

£81,430,000

EBITDA

£17,456,000

Additional Information

Company Type

Private limited Company

Incorporated on

8 February 1972

Nature of Business (SIC)

49410 - Freight transport by road

Industries

Freight and haulage, Warehouses (bonded and non-bonded)

Company Location

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Financial Overview

Cash

£13,257,635

Net Worth

£26,843,010

Last Reporting Period

Filed

25 Jan 2024

Period

01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023

Payment Timing

Average Time to Pay

54 days

Payment Periods

Shortest

7 days

Longest

120 days

Max Contractual

120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 days8%
31-60 days62%
After 60 days30%

Not Paid Within Terms

84%

Payment Features

Payment Codes
E-Invoicing
Supply Chain Finance

Payment Time Trends

12/31/20237/1/20231/1/20237/2/20221/2/20227/3/20211/3/20217/5/20201/5/2020020406080

Payment Distribution Trends

12/31/20237/1/20231/1/20237/2/20221/2/20227/3/20211/3/20217/5/20201/5/2020020406080

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202325 Jan 2024548%62%30%84%
02 Jan 2023 - 01 Jul 202326 Jul 20235210%64%25%83%
03 Jul 2022 - 01 Jan 202316 Jan 20235310%63%27%72%
03 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 202226 Sep 20225512%58%31%85%
04 Jul 2021 - 02 Jan 202219 Jan 2022548%62%30%77%
04 Jan 2021 - 03 Jul 202108 Jul 20215311%59%30%78%
06 Jul 2020 - 03 Jan 202112 Jan 20215413%57%30%73%
06 Jan 2020 - 05 Jul 202031 Jul 2020609%54%37%74%
27 May 2019 - 05 Jan 202028 Jan 20206112%44%44%82%

Company Summary

JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED is a leading logistics and transportation company based in Fakenham, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Founded in 1956, the company has been providing high-quality services to its customers for over 65 years

The company offers a wide range of logistics solutions including road transport, warehousing, and distribution services

They cater to various industries such as retail, manufacturing, food and beverages, and construction

With a fleet of over 280 vehicles and a team of skilled professionals, JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED is committed to delivering efficient and reliable transportation services

As a responsible and sustainable company, JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact

They have invested in modern and fuel-efficient vehicles, installed solar panels in their warehouses, and implemented recycling programs

They also prioritize the use of eco-friendly packaging materials and promote the use of electric and hybrid vehicles

The company's commitment to sustainability is evident through their ISO 14001 certification, which recognizes their efforts in minimizing their carbon footprint

They also support various local community projects and charities, demonstrating their dedication to social responsibility

JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED is led by a team of experienced professionals, including the Managing Director, Jack Richards, who has been with the company for over 50 years

The company has a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and prides itself on its excellent customer service

For more information on their services or to get in touch with the company, you can visit their website at www.jackrichards.co.uk

The registered office address for JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED is Brick Kiln Lane, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 8NN, United Kingdom

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED shows a consistent decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices over the past three periods. There was a decrease of 1 day in the average time to pay between the first and second period, and a further decrease of 6 days between the second and third period. This trend indicates that the company is making efforts to improve their payment processes and pay suppliers in a timely manner.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility for JACK RICHARDS & SON LIMITED is relatively low, as there are no major fluctuations in the data. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained fairly consistent, ranging from 8-13%, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31-60 days has ranged from 44-64%. The most significant change can be seen in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, which has decreased from 44% in the first period to 25% in the last period.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Subcontractor standard terms are 60 Days end of month from date of invoice, all other invoices standard terms are 30 days end of month from date of invoice. These standard terms apply unless otherwise agreed with the Finance Director.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

The supplier will be contacted by email or phone to inform them of the dispute. If the dispute is not resolved then the query will be passed onto the necessary department in order to come to a solution.

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?

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