COSTA EXPRESS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
47Poor
6.5vs last year
#3822 in UK
#640 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
03145187
Registered Address
3 Knaves Beech Business Centre Davies Way, Loudwater, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, HP10 9QR
Status
Active
Employee Count
0
Turnover
£363,045,000
EBITDA
£106,266,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
11 January 1996
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Professional Services
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
65 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
32%
31-60 Days
25%
After 60 Days
43%
Not Paid Within Terms9%

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 20256532%25%43%9%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202410 Jan 20256041%23%36%10%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202416 Jul 20245739%27%34%9%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202312 Jan 20246341%24%35%13%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202310 Jul 20236340%21%39%17%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202205 Jan 20236143%23%34%15%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202222 Jul 20226432%36%32%29%
02 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20225829%35%36%38%
01 Jan 2021 - 01 Jul 202128 Jul 20213451%44%5%19%
01 Sept 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20203356%39%5%12%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201930 Sept 20193257%42%1%7%
31 Aug 2018 - 28 Feb 201929 Mar 20193160%38%2%8%

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

Below £150k per annum - 60 days Above £150k per annum – 120 days There are some supply type exceptions to the above.

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

120

Dispute Resolution Process

The Accounts Payable team manages supplier queries via a dedicated email mailbox. For any concerns raised by suppliers, the Accounts Payable team internally work with the relevant teams to provide a solution.

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

COSTA EXPRESS LIMITED is a British-based company that specializes in the production and distribution of high-quality coffee and other hot beverages through their self-service machines. The company was founded in 2011 and is a subsidiary of the well-known coffee chain, Costa Coffee.

The company's sustainability program is a key aspect of their business, as they strive to reduce their environmental impact through various initiatives. This includes using sustainable and ethically sourced coffee beans, implementing energy-efficient practices in their machines and promoting recycling of their cups and packaging.

COSTA EXPRESS LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services to its customers. Their self-service machines provide a convenient way for customers to enjoy their favorite coffee and hot beverages on-the-go. They also offer a variety of options such as hot chocolate, tea, and decaffeinated drinks to cater to different preferences. Additionally, the machines are equipped with a touch screen interface that allows customers to customize their drinks according to their taste.

The company is led by a team of experienced and dedicated individuals, including managing director Murray McGowan and marketing director Jim Slater. Their commitment to providing top-quality products and sustainable practices has contributed to the success of the company.

For more information on COSTA EXPRESS LIMITED, customers can visit their website at www.costaexpress.com. The company's registered office address is 1-3 The Strand, Faraday Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8QQ. Customers can also contact them via email at customer.services@costaexpress.com or by calling their customer service hotline at 0333 003 5747.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,151,000
Net Worth
£50,990,000
Total Current Assets
£61,035,000
Total Current Liabilities
£94,729,000

Company Location