Score of 86.4/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 24 Jan 2025 | 18 | 76% | 23% | 1% | 29% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 12 Jul 2024 | 18 | 86% | 11% | 3% | 17% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 19 Jan 2024 | 17 | 82% | 17% | 1% | 23% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 28 Jul 2023 | 20 | 79% | 19% | 2% | 26% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 26 Jan 2023 | 19 | 81% | 17% | 3% | 28% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 29 Jul 2022 | 17 | 83% | 15% | 2% | 29% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 17 Mar 2022 | 19 | 77% | 20% | 3% | 30% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 03 Aug 2021 | 17 | 87% | 9% | 4% | 20% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 26 Jan 2021 | 18 | 88% | 11% | 1% | 18% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 05 Aug 2020 | 17 | 84% | 13% | 3% | 23% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 31 Jan 2020 | 13 | 92% | 7% | 1% | 19% |
| 01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 | 31 Jul 2019 | 18 | 88% | 11% | 2% | 23% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 31 Jan 2019 | 16 | 85% | 14% | 2% | 27% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 12 Jul 2018 | 18 | 83% | 16% | 1% | 31% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
30 days from date of invoice
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
30
We have a well established relationship with our suppliers and disputes are uncommon. We would communicate any issues via email or phone call to reach a resolution.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Africa Express Line Limited (AEL) is a British shipping and logistics company based in Kent, providing maritime freight services between Africa and European ports. It operates a fleet of specialised vessels, including dry and refrigerated containers and atmosphere-controlled ships, to transport goods such as fruit and vegetables for its parent group. AEL is a subsidiary of Compagnie Fruitière, a fruit and vegetable producer, and transports that group's produce year round while also handling other cargo. The company describes itself as focused on integrated logistics and reducing the environmental impact of its shipping operations. It has been registered since 2001 and remains active.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: africaexpressline.com · africaexpressline.com · africaexpressline.com