RG CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
03879910
Registered Address
9-11 Drayton High Road, Drayton, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom, NR8 6AH
Status
Active
Employee Count
180.0
Turnover
144082000.0
EBITDA
-4154000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
18 November 1999
Nature of Business
41201 - Construction of commercial buildings$41202 - Construction of domestic buildings
Industries
Property,Infrastructure And Construction
Region
East of England

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£14,482,000.00
Net Worth
£3,768,000.00
Total Current Assets
£52,179,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£37,617,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-02-01

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
31 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
57%
31-60 Days
39%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms54%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Jun 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019Dec 2018Jun 2018010203040

Payment Distribution Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Jun 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019Dec 2018Jun 2018020406080

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202301 Feb 20243157%39%4%54%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202324 Jul 20233655%40%5%33%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202217 Jan 20233452%44%5%22%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202218 Jul 20223548%46%6%38%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202127 Jan 20223156%39%5%32%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20213648%43%9%19%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20213661%32%7%13%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202003 Aug 20203765%22%13%15%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201931 Jan 20202768%24%8%3%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201930 Jul 20192372%26%1%1%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20193069%29%2%1%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20183664%34%1%1%

Company Summary

R.G

CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED is a leading construction company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom

The company has been in operation for over 90 years and has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects

The company's sustainability program is a key aspect of their operations, with a focus on reducing their environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices

They have implemented various initiatives, such as using sustainable materials and technologies, reducing waste and promoting energy efficiency

R.G

CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED offers a wide range of construction services, including new builds, refurbishments, and renovations for both commercial and residential properties

They also specialize in heritage conservation and restoration projects, showcasing their commitment to preserving the local history and architecture

The company's key people include Robert Carter, the Chairman, and Richard Carter, the Managing Director

They are supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to their clients

For more information on R.G

CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED and their services, their website address is www.rgcarter-construction.co.uk

Their registered office address is at 1 Elton Park Business Centre, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0DD, United Kingdom

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The data shows that R.G. CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED has generally improved in their payment time over the past three periods, with the average time to pay decreasing from 36 days in 2018 to 31 days in 2023. They have also improved in paying their invoices within 30 days, increasing from 64% in 2018 to 57% in 2023. However, there has been a slight increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, from 1% in 2018 to 4% in 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The data for R.G. CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED shows some volatility in their payment patterns. While there has been a general trend of improvement, there are some periods where there was a significant increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, such as in 2019 and 2023. This indicates that the company may struggle with consistency in their payment practices.

Summary Analysis

In the past three periods, R.G. CARTER CAMBRIDGE LIMITED has shown improvement in their invoice payment time. Their average time to pay has decreased from 36 days in 2018 to 31 days in 2023. They have also increased the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days from 64% in 2018 to 57% in 2023. However, there has been a slight increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, from 1% in 2018 to 4% in 2023. The best period for the company was in 2019, where 72% of invoices were paid within 30 days. The worst period was in 2023, where 54% of invoices were not paid within agreed terms, indicating a potential issue with consistency in payment practices.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

R G Carter Cambridge Limited payment terms are end of month following the date of the invoice. Invoices can therefore be paid between 30 and 60 days depending on the date of the invoice.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Central Transactional Finance staff liaise directly with suppliers to resolve invoice queries. In the event that a resolution cannot be made, the query is escalated to the relevant Manager to agree 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

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