CZARNIKOW GROUP LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
02650590
Registered Address
Paternoster House, 65 St. Paul's Churchyard, London, United Kingdom, EC4M 8AB
Status
Active
Employee Count
357
Turnover
£3,300,522,000
EBITDA
£28,434,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
2 October 1991
Nature of Business
64209 - Activities of other holding companies not elsewhere classified
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
15 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:180 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
83%
31-60 Days
12%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms15%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-01
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 31 Jul 202501 Aug 20251583%12%5%15%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jan 20251287%10%3%14%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 2024794%5%1%11%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20211390%7%3%7%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20211290%8%2%7%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 20203171%21%8%29%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20193565%27%8%36%

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

We have no standard payment terms due to the nature of our business offering tailored solutions to a wide range of international clients. Cash against documents is one of our more common terms, however there is no obvious most frequently used contractual terms. Other payment terms apply for overhead payments and are generally dictated by the supplier (generally 7 to 14 days).

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

180

Dispute Resolution Process

All trade related contracts are fully detailed in written agreements. All trading counterparties would have a designated contact within the business who would engage with counterparty where a dispute arises. All avenues would be investigated to amicably resolve any dispute before going to arbitration or the courts to resolve. Any dispute would be reviewed urgently by all departments impacted. Any overhead supplier dispute would be dealt with by the Head of Corporate Accounting who would engage with appropriate contacts at the counterparty to resolve, with escalation to the CFO as required. Any issue would be aimed to be addressed within a week, and regular dialogue to be maintained during any resolution process.

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

CZARNIKOW GROUP LIMITED is a leading global sugar and renewable energy company based in London, United Kingdom

The company was founded in 1861 and has since established itself as a key player in the international sugar trade.\n\nThe company's main activities include sourcing, trading, and marketing of sugar and renewable energy products

They work with a wide network of producers and customers to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality sugar and renewable energy products.\n\nCZARNIKOW GROUP LIMITED is also committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to promote responsible and ethical practices in their operations

They work closely with their suppliers and partners to ensure that their products are sustainably sourced and produced, and they continuously strive to reduce their environmental impact.\n\nThe company's key people include the Chairman and CEO, Dominic Czarnikow, who has over 25 years of experience in the sugar industry, and the Group Sustainability Manager, who oversees the company's sustainability program.\n\nCZARNIKOW GROUP LIMITED's products include raw and white sugar, renewable energy credits, and biofuels

They also offer risk management and logistics services to their clients.\n\nFor more information, interested parties can visit their website at www.czarnikow.com or contact their registered office at 1 New York Street, London, W1U 6PX, United Kingdom

Overall, CZARNIKOW GROUP LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable company that continues to play a significant role in the global sugar and renewable energy markets

Financial Metrics

Cash
£9,728,514
Net Worth
£98,185,542
Total Current Assets
£750,886,746
Total Current Liabilities
£655,020,883

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