BERRYWORLD LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
02864233
Registered Address
The Henley Building, Newtown Road, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, RG9 1HG
Status
Active
Employee Count
583.0
Turnover
278764000.0
EBITDA
-11947000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
20 October 1993
Nature of Business
46110 - Agents selling agricultural raw materials, livestock, textile raw materials and semi-finished goods
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
South East

Company Location

Loading map...

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0.00
Net Worth
£11,758,000.00
Total Current Assets
£58,863,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£59,567,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-02 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-30

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
15 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
79%
31-60 Days
18%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms16%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

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 202330 Jan 20241579%18%3%16%
01 Jan 2023 - 01 Jul 202301 Aug 20232073%24%3%22%
03 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20231187%12%1%10%
01 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 202228 Jul 20222266%30%4%28%
04 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 20221090%9%1%15%
01 Jan 2021 - 03 Jul 202103 Aug 20212171%26%3%24%
28 Jun 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 2021883%16%1%16%
01 Jan 2020 - 27 Jun 202028 Jul 20202066%30%4%37%
01 Jan 2020 - 27 Jun 202028 Jul 2020
29 Jun 2019 - 31 Dec 201930 Jan 20201981%17%2%22%
01 Jan 2019 - 29 Jun 201929 Jul 20192273%24%3%39%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201830 Jan 20191585%13%1%29%
31 Dec 2017 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20182158%40%3%39%

Company Summary

BERRYWORLD LIMITED is a UK-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of berries and other soft fruit

The company was founded in 1994 and has since become a leading supplier of high-quality berries to major retailers and food service providers

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact

They have a sustainable agriculture program that focuses on responsible farming practices, including the use of natural pest control methods and efficient water management

They also have a packaging strategy that aims to reduce waste and increase the use of recyclable materials

BERRYWORLD LIMITED offers a wide range of products, including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and more

They work closely with their growers to ensure the highest quality and freshness of their berries

They also have a year-round supply of berries, thanks to their partnerships with growers in different parts of the world

The key people at BERRYWORLD LIMITED include the Managing Director, Paul Cole, and the Commercial Director, Tim Forrester

They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering the best berries to their customers

For any inquiries or orders, BERRYWORLD LIMITED can be contacted through their website, www.berryworld.com

Their registered office is located in Kent, UK, and their contact information can be found on their website

In summary, BERRYWORLD LIMITED is a sustainable and reputable company that offers a variety of high-quality berries

With their commitment to responsible farming practices and efficient packaging strategies, they are dedicated to providing their customers with the best berries while also reducing their environmental impact

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The data for BERRYWORLD LIMITED shows that there has been a fluctuation in the average time taken to pay invoices to suppliers over the past three periods. In the first period (Dec 2017 - Jun 2018), the average time to pay was 21 days, which decreased to 15 days in the second period (Jul 2018 - Dec 2018). However, in the third period (Jan 2019 - Jun 2019), the average time to pay increased to 22 days. The most recent period (Jan 2020 - Jun 2020) shows a slight decrease to 20 days. Overall, there has been a general trend of decreasing average time to pay, with a slight increase in the most recent period.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility in the data can be seen in the fluctuation of the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days. In the first period, 58% of invoices were paid within 30 days, which increased to 85% in the second period. However, in the third period, the percentage decreased to 73%. The most recent period shows a slight decrease to 66%. This shows that there has been volatility in the company's ability to pay invoices within 30 days, with a slight decrease in the most recent period.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

It is the Company’s policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely receipt of satisfactory invoices and provisions of goods and/or services. The Company normally settles trade creditors within 30 day terms, however variations to these terms can exist on a supplier by supplier basis. There is a weekly payment run to suppliers on a Friday with payment made on the week that an invoice falls due. This means that whilst a number of invoices are paid past due, the difference is only due to timing of the weekly payment run.

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes relating to payments are resolved via negotiation between the Procurement department and our vendors. Depending on the nature of the dispute this may be resolved via the presentation of documentary evidence i.e. 3rd party information relating to claims. Non payment of an invoice may relate to incorrect pricing and require a credit and reinvoice. In all instances a solution will be found that is agreeable to all parties.

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