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SSE SERVICES PLC

PaymentCheck Score 2025
92Excellent
↑ 2.4vs last year
#761 in UK
#122 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02366879
Registered Address
No.1 Forbury Place, 43 Forbury Road, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 3JH
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,703
Turnover
£210,500,000
EBITDA
-£87,400,000

Additional Details

Website
https://sseplc.com
Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
1 April 1989
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Professional Services
Region
South East
Eligible for Certification

Score of 91.57/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification

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Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
25 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
95%
31-60 Days
4%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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: 2025-04-24
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 202528 Oct 20252496%3%1%13%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202524 Apr 20252595%4%1%17%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202425 Apr 20242692%6%2%22%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202331 Oct 20232793%4%3%22%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202328 Apr 20232890%5%4%26%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202231 Oct 20222990%8%2%22%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202126 Oct 20212889%8%3%27%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202130 Apr 20212791%5%4%28%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201929 Oct 20193967%21%12%65%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201830 Oct 20184162%29%9%69%

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

SSE's standard payment terms are Nett 30 days but buyers are authorised to negotiate alternative terms with individual suppliers where appropriate.

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

45

Dispute Resolution Process

The Dispute Resolution Process is detailed within the Accounts Payable section at http://sse.com/potential-suppliers/. Alternatively suppliers can also contact the "orderer" directly using the details provided on the Purchase Order

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

SSE SERVICES PLC is a leading energy company in the UK, providing sustainable energy solutions to customers across the country. The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable energy sources.

The company offers a range of products and services including electricity, gas, and renewable energy solutions such as wind and hydro power. They also provide energy management services to help customers reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Key people at SSE SERVICES PLC include Alistair Phillips-Davies, the CEO, and Martin Pibworth, the Managing Director of Energy Wholesale and Retail. They have a team of dedicated employees who work towards achieving the company's sustainability goals.

The company's website address is www.sse.co.uk, where customers can find information about their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts. The registered office address is Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 3AQ.

Overall, SSE SERVICES PLC is committed to promoting sustainable practices and providing reliable and affordable energy solutions to their customers. They strive to make a positive impact on the environment and society while meeting the energy needs of their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
-£568,900,000
Total Current Assets
£879,200,000
Total Current Liabilities
£378,300,000

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Registered Address: 3rd Floor Suite 207 Regent Street London W1B 3HH

Made by Alastair Campbell