GO NORTH EAST LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
79Good
5.8vs last year
#1968 in UK
#100 in Travel And Transportation
#30 in North East

Company Information

Company Number
02057284
Registered Address
3rd Floor 41-51 Grey Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 6EE
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,775
Turnover
£87,837,000
EBITDA
£2,105,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
23 September 1986
Nature of Business
49319 - Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
North East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
81%
31-60 Days
15%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

There is a clear downward trend in the average time taken for GO NORTH EAST LIMITED to pay invoices to suppliers, with each period showing a decrease in the average time taken compared to the previous period. This trend suggests that GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is making efforts to pay invoices to suppliers more promptly.

Volatility Analysis

There is some volatility in the percentages of invoices paid within 30 days and between 31 and 60 days, with these percentages fluctuating between periods. However, there is a consistent trend of the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days decreasing over time, indicating that GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is making improvements in paying invoices on time.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-01-23
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
02 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202323 Jan 20243081%15%4%11%
01 Jan 2023 - 01 Jul 202321 Jul 20233272%23%5%13%
03 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202226 Jan 20233474%21%5%11%
02 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 202228 Jul 20223765%26%9%16%
04 Jul 2021 - 01 Jan 202225 Jan 20224334%54%12%26%
03 Jan 2021 - 03 Jul 202123 Jul 20216328%37%35%55%
28 Jun 2020 - 02 Jan 202126 Jan 20214616%72%12%41%
29 Dec 2019 - 27 Jun 202017 Jul 20203619%77%4%17%
30 Jun 2019 - 28 Dec 201917 Jan 20203431%65%4%10%
29 Dec 2018 - 29 Jun 201925 Jul 20193530%66%4%9%
01 Jul 2018 - 29 Dec 201825 Jan 20193335%62%3%8%
31 Dec 2017 - 30 Jun 201823 Jul 20183728%67%5%14%
02 Jul 2017 - 30 Dec 201726 Jan 20183937%57%6%22%

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

Go North East Limited, subsidiary company of The Go-Ahead Group, follow group policy and agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and abide by those terms once suppliers present a valid invoice. The company normally settles trade payables on 30 day terms and these invoices are paid in the week following their due date, however variations to these terms do exist based on agreements with certain suppliers. There have been no changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Go North East Limited is committed to paying our suppliers in an honest, prompt and professional manner while seeking best value for the business. We endeavour to resolve any invoice queries as quickly as possible, communication between the Accounts Payable team and the relevant supplier is instigated to resolve the matter. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by our accounts team, it would be escalated to the Shared Service Manager who will investigate and mitigate the issue.

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

GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is a bus company based in the North East region of England. They provide a range of bus services to their customers, including local, regional, and express routes.

In terms of sustainability, GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is committed to reducing their environmental impact. They have implemented various initiatives to achieve this, such as investing in low-emission buses, using alternative fuels, and promoting car-free travel options. They have also received recognition for their efforts, including being awarded the Carbon Trust Standard and the Green Apple Award.

The company offers a wide range of products and services to meet the diverse needs of their customers. These include single and return tickets, season passes, and group travel options. They also offer a variety of payment methods, including contactless and mobile ticketing, to make travel more convenient for their customers.

GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is led by a team of experienced individuals, including their managing director, Martijn Gilbert. They have a dedicated customer service team that is available to answer any queries or concerns from their customers.

The company's website, www.gonortheast.co.uk, provides information on their services, schedules, and ticketing options. It also features a journey planner tool to help customers plan their trips. GO NORTH EAST LIMITED's registered office address is at 117 Queen Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3HH.

In conclusion, GO NORTH EAST LIMITED is a sustainable and customer-focused bus company that offers a variety of products and services to meet the transportation needs of their customers in the North East region. Through their commitment to sustainability and their dedicated team, they continue to provide reliable and convenient bus services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£309,000
Net Worth
-£9,052,000
Total Current Assets
£8,688,000
Total Current Liabilities
£57,420,000

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