FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
67Fair
1.9vs last year
#2663 in UK
#140 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
05113733
Registered Address
Milford House 1 Milford Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1HL
Status
Active
Employee Count
6,362
Turnover
£1,664,515,000
EBITDA
£51,821,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
27 April 2004
Nature of Business
49100 - Passenger rail transport, interurban
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
48%
31-60 Days
42%
After 60 Days
10%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

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: 2025-04-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202524 Oct 20254150%41%9%7%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202525 Apr 20254348%42%10%11%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202426 Apr 20244247%44%9%10%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202319 Oct 20234149%43%8%13%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202128 Apr 20215646%44%10%12%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201930 Oct 20194447%43%10%12%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201830 Oct 20184541%47%12%22%

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

The Company’s standard payment terms are 60 days from date of receipt of valid invoice. It is the Group’s policy to agree appropriate payment terms for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms on the submission of a valid invoice. The Company regularly agrees variations to the standard terms with individual suppliers depending on the nature of the goods/services and other circumstances.

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with suppliers in a fair, consistent and transparent manner. We seek to resolve any invoice queries as quickly as possible between the Accounts Payable team and the relevant supplier. If a dispute cannot be resolved it is escalated to the relevant Head of Department and Procurement.

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

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED is a transport company based in the United Kingdom, providing services primarily in the Greater Western region. The company offers a range of sustainable transport options including train and bus services, as well as cycling and walking routes.

Under their sustainability program, FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmentally friendly practices. This includes investing in energy-efficient trains and implementing recycling and waste reduction measures.

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including various ticket options for commuters and leisure travelers, as well as special discounts for students and seniors. They also offer a variety of travel packages and tours, promoting sustainable tourism.

The key people at FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED include the Managing Director, who oversees the overall operations of the company, and the Head of Sustainability, who leads the sustainability program. The company also has a team of dedicated employees who ensure the smooth running of their services.

For more information on their services, schedules, and sustainability initiatives, customers can visit their website at www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk. The registered office address for FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED is at Milford House, 1 Milford Street, Swindon, SN1 1HL, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£151,369,000
Net Worth
£23,708,000
Total Current Assets
£347,963,000
Total Current Liabilities
£320,998,000

Company Location