CENTRICA ENERGY LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
97Excellent
1.2vs last year
#263 in UK
#45 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02877398
Registered Address
Millstream Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GD
Status
Active
Employee Count
32
Turnover
£779,000,000
EBITDA
£626,000,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
2 December 1993
Nature of Business
46719 - Wholesale of other fuels and related products
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
10 days
Shortest Period:10 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
98%
31-60 Days
1%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms3%

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: 2025-01-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 2025595%2%3%2%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202428 Jan 20251098%1%1%3%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202426 Jul 20241098%1%1%3%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20221099%0%1%3%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20211198%0%2%3%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20201098%0%2%2%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201924 Jul 2019899%1%0%3%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201828 Jan 20191890%5%5%2%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20181595%3%2%2%

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

Centrica Energy Limited follows industry standard payment terms for energy commodity settlements which typically occur on a set date of the month and are governed by EFET and similar standard industry contracts. This in turn means that payment terms could extend up to 50 days in some instances.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

To prevent a delay in invoice processing, invoices must be clearly legible, comply with HMRC regulations and should include supplier details, purchase order number (if applicable) invoice number, invoice date and payment instructions, as well as the Centrica point of contact who requested the goods or services.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes the suppliers should contact their specific contact within Accounts Payable Group. The Accounts Payable team will consider the complaint and respond accordingly.

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

Centrica Energy Limited is a British multinational energy company that operates in the production, trading, and supply of electricity and natural gas. The company is a subsidiary of Centrica plc and is headquartered in Windsor, UK.

The company's main activities involve the exploration, production, and trading of natural gas and oil. They also provide energy-related products and services to their customers, including electricity and gas supply, smart home technology, and energy efficiency solutions.

Centrica Energy Limited is committed to sustainability and has a comprehensive sustainability program in place. This includes reducing their carbon footprint, promoting renewable energy, and investing in low-carbon technologies. The company also works towards promoting energy efficiency and reducing waste in their operations.

Some of the key people in Centrica Energy Limited include Chris O'Shea, the CEO, and Kate Ringrose, the Chairman. They lead a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality and sustainable energy solutions to their customers.

To contact Centrica Energy Limited, individuals can visit their website at www.centrica.com or reach out to their registered office address at Millstream, Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GD, UK. The company also has a presence on social media platforms such as Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£13,947,000
Net Worth
£616,143,000
Total Current Assets
£12,604,098,000
Total Current Liabilities
£11,958,522,000

Company Location