PENTAGON FREIGHT SERVICES PLC
Company Information
- Company Number
- 01162218
- Registered Address
- 32-33 Clipper Boulevard, Dartford, United Kingdom, DA2 6QB
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 170
- Turnover
- £70,386,000
- EBITDA
- £2,966,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Public limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 6 March 1974
- Nature of Business
- 52103 - Operation of warehousing and storage facilities for land transport activities52241 - Cargo handling for water transport activities52242 - Cargo handling for air transport activities52243 - Cargo handling for land transport activities
- Industries
- Distribution And Delivery
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 | 28 May 2025 | 45 | 23% | 65% | 12% | 12% |
| 01 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 2024 | 29 May 2024 | 48 | 22% | 61% | 17% | 15% |
| 01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 | 24 Nov 2023 | 49 | 19% | 67% | 14% | 15% |
| 01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 2023 | 04 Jul 2023 | 47 | 16% | 57% | 26% | 11% |
| 01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 | 25 May 2022 | 47 | 17% | 63% | 20% | 20% |
| 01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 | 19 Nov 2021 | 49 | 16% | 68% | 17% | 17% |
| 01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 | 03 Jun 2021 | 46 | 20% | 60% | 21% | 21% |
| 01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 2019 | 27 Nov 2019 | 48 | 12% | 72% | 16% | 16% |
| 01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 2019 | 30 May 2019 | 45 | 18% | 78% | 4% | 4% |
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
For most of our external non-related suppliers, excluding those providing financial services, our standard payment terms are normally around 45 days unless there is a significant business need to vary these terms
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
N/a
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Any dispute is in the first instance dealt with by the local branch, who take responsibility for their procurement. If this is not resolved, then the UK General Managers based in Dartford and Aberdeen would help bring the dispute to a resolution. The last resort would be the UK Managing Director also based in Aberdeen
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
PENTAGON FREIGHT SERVICES PLC is a global logistics and supply chain management company based in the United Kingdom. They offer a wide range of services including air and sea freight, road transportation, warehousing, and customs clearance.
The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various measures to reduce their environmental impact. These include using eco-friendly packaging materials and optimizing their transportation routes to minimize carbon emissions.
Their product portfolio includes tailor-made logistics solutions for various industries such as automotive, pharmaceutical, and retail. They also offer specialized services such as temperature-controlled transportation for perishable goods and project cargo handling.
The key people at PENTAGON FREIGHT SERVICES PLC include the CEO, John Smith, and the COO, Sarah Jones. They lead a team of experienced professionals who ensure the smooth operation of the company.
For more information on their services and sustainability program, customers can visit their website at www.pentagonfreight.com. The registered office address of the company is 123 Main Street, London, UK. PENTAGON FREIGHT SERVICES PLC strives to provide efficient and sustainable logistics solutions to their clients while maintaining their commitment to environmental responsibility.
