GREAT BEAR DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
52Fair
25.2vs last year
#3500 in UK
#142 in Supply Chain
#271 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
02899719
Registered Address
Stellar House, Barbour Square Field Lane, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9RF
Status
Active
Employee Count
4,141
Turnover
£398,820,000
EBITDA
£80,578,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
17 February 1994
Nature of Business
52103 - Operation of warehousing and storage facilities for land transport activities
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
36%
31-60 Days
50%
After 60 Days
14%
Not Paid Within Terms49%

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: 2025-07-23
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 202523 Jul 20254336%50%14%49%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20243064%32%4%10%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20243161%35%4%11%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202221 Jul 20223063%34%3%10%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20213059%38%3%7%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20213060%38%2%6%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201930 Jan 20203062%35%3%6%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20193355%41%4%9%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20183352%44%4%11%

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

60 days EOM

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes are discussed with the relevant staff/manager and issues clearly communicated with the supplier, to reach a fair and satisfactory resolution, wherever possible.

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

Great Bear Distribution Limited is a leading provider of logistics and supply chain solutions in the UK. The company offers a wide range of services including warehousing, transportation, and distribution to various industries such as retail, food and beverage, and consumer goods.

One of the key focuses of Great Bear Distribution Limited is sustainability. The company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using electric vehicles and investing in renewable energy sources. They also have a recycling program in place to minimize waste and promote a circular economy.

The company's product portfolio includes temperature-controlled storage and distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and value-added services such as labeling and repackaging. They have a wide network of strategically located warehouses across the UK, allowing them to cater to the needs of their clients efficiently.

The key people at Great Bear Distribution Limited include Chief Executive Officer Jon Miles, Chief Financial Officer Sean Burchell, and Operations Director Andrew Peacock. Their team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing high-quality and sustainable solutions to their clients.

For more information about Great Bear Distribution Limited and its services, interested individuals can visit their website at www.greatbear.co.uk. The company's registered office address is located at Unit 1, The Hub, Nobel Drive, Beaumont Leys, Leicester, LE4 0JP, United Kingdom. With their commitment to sustainability and excellence in logistics, Great Bear Distribution Limited continues to be a top choice for businesses in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£406,000
Net Worth
£74,374,000
Total Current Assets
£130,185,000
Total Current Liabilities
£117,638,000

Company Location