SUBSEA 7 LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
04316695
Registered Address
40 Brighton Road, Sutton, Surrey, England, SM2 5BN
Status
Active
Employee Count
0.0
Turnover
281191000.0
EBITDA
32383000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
5 November 2001
Nature of Business
09100 - Support activities for petroleum and natural gas extraction
Industries
Property,Infrastructure And Construction
Region
London

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,760,000.00
Net Worth
£434,087,000.00
Total Current Assets
£281,677,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£169,104,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-30

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
33 days
Shortest Period:10 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
50%
31-60 Days
46%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms63%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

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 202330 Jan 20243350%46%4%63%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202317 Aug 20233550%46%4%63%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202227 Jan 20233350%46%4%63%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20223837%57%6%72%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202126 Jan 20223545%51%4%61%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202114 Jul 20212877%19%4%24%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202026 Jan 20212982%13%5%20%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202785%12%3%15%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201927 Jan 20202876%22%2%16%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20193246%51%3%11%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201818 Jan 20193438%59%3%12%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201809 Jul 20183543%52%5%19%

Company Summary

SUBSEA 7 LIMITED is a global leader in the offshore energy industry, providing engineering, construction, and project management services to the oil and gas sector

They are committed to sustainable practices and have implemented a comprehensive sustainability program to minimize their impact on the environment

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, promoting biodiversity, and implementing responsible waste management practices

They also prioritize the health and safety of their employees and strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace

The company's products and services include subsea construction, installation, and inspection, repair, and maintenance of pipelines and platforms

They also provide engineering and project management services for offshore projects

Key people at SUBSEA 7 LIMITED include the CEO, John Evans, and the Chairman, Kristian Siem

The company has a global presence with offices in over 30 countries, including their registered office address at 200 Hammersmith Road, London, W6 7DL, United Kingdom

Their website address is www.subsea7.com, where customers can learn more about their services, sustainability efforts, and contact information

SUBSEA 7 LIMITED is committed to delivering sustainable solutions and making a positive impact in the energy industry

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for SUBSEA 7 LIMITED's average time to pay invoices has been relatively stable, with a slight decrease from 35 days in 2018 to 33 days in 2023. The company's percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also remained consistent, ranging from 37% to 50% over the past three years. However, there has been a significant increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, from 5% in 2018 to 46% in 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility in SUBSEA 7 LIMITED's average time to pay invoices has been minimal, with only a 5 day difference between the highest and lowest periods. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also shown low volatility, ranging from 38% to 46%. However, there has been a high level of volatility in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with a difference of 41% between the lowest and highest periods.

Summary Analysis

From the data, we can see that SUBSEA 7 LIMITED has maintained a relatively consistent average time to pay invoices over the past three years. However, there has been a significant increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, which may indicate cash flow issues or a change in payment policies. The company has also shown a consistent trend in paying a larger percentage of invoices within 30 days, but there has been a high level of volatility in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days. It is worth noting that the company's shortest standard payment period is 10 days, and there is a noticeable decrease in the percentage of invoices paid within this period in 2023.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

For all Subsea 7 UK entities the standard payment terms are 30 days from receipt of invoice.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

The Subsea 7 UK entities' standard payment terms are 30 days from receipt of invoice however there are deviations from these standard terms. For example the supply of travel booking services, agency personnel and sub-contracted labour and corporate professional services (e.g. legal and tax fees) are on shorter payment terms.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The first point of contact for disputes is the Subsea 7 Accounts Payable department in Aberdeen. If there is a fundamental error on the invoice e.g. incorrect legal entity or incorrect/no purchase order number quoted on the invoice the supplier will receive an automated e-mail advising them the invoice has been rejected and the reason why. To resolve the dispute the supplier must submit a revised invoice. All other disputes are resolved in conjunction with the supplier and Subsea 7 Ltd's Supply Chain Management team. Regular engagement sessions are also held between Subsea 7 Ltd's Supply Chain Management team and suppliers to discuss any issues/concerns including the invoicing and payment process.

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