OVO ENERGY LTD

PaymentCheck Score 2025
88Good
1.1vs last year
#1040 in UK
#81 in Property
#51 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
06890795
Registered Address
1 Rivergate, Temple Quay, Bristol, BS1 6ED
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,787
Turnover
£5,044,000,000
EBITDA
-£1,554,000,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 April 2009
Nature of Business
47990 - Other retail sale not in stores, stalls or markets
Industries
Property,Infrastructure And Construction,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
25 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
90%
31-60 Days
7%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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: 2025-07-31
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 202531 Jul 20252590%7%3%17%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202428 Jan 20252192%6%2%17%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20242288%9%3%21%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20243190%8%3%20%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20232192%6%2%15%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202217 Jan 20232391%6%3%15%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202013 Jul 20213078%17%5%33%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202674%23%3%29%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201904 Feb 20203369%23%8%39%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201831 Jul 20182289%9%3%10%

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

Our minimum standard payment terms are 30 days after receipt of invoice. We hold individual agreements with some of our suppliers for differing terms ranging from immediate to the standard minimum 30 days, and also direct debit payments.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company has a dedicated accounts payable team, which can be reached by email or phone. Suppliers with invoice queries need to contact this team in the first instance. Any unresolved issues are escalated to the OVO purchaser associated with the invoice. Disputes are handled by a combination of the accounts payable team and the relevant purchasing department. Senior management can be escalated to if issues are not satisfactorily resolved.

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

OVO Energy Ltd is a British energy company that was founded in 2009 with a focus on providing sustainable and affordable energy solutions. The company is headquartered in Bristol, England and has over 1,500 employees.

OVO Energy offers a variety of products and services including electricity and gas supply for both residential and business customers. They also provide renewable energy solutions such as solar panels and electric vehicle charging points.

The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint. This includes investing in renewable energy sources, promoting energy efficiency, and offering carbon offsetting options for their customers.

OVO Energy has been recognized for their sustainability efforts, receiving awards such as the Queen's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development and being named the UK's top energy supplier for customer satisfaction in 2019.

The key people at OVO Energy include founder and CEO, Stephen Fitzpatrick, and managing director, Chris Houghton.

Customers can contact OVO Energy through their website (www.ovoenergy.com) or by calling their customer service line. The company's registered office address is located at 1 Rivergate, Temple Quay, Bristol, BS1 6ED, United Kingdom.

In summary, OVO Energy Ltd is a leading energy company in the UK that prioritizes sustainability and offers a range of products and services to help customers reduce their carbon footprint. With a strong commitment to renewable energy and customer satisfaction, OVO Energy continues to be a top choice for consumers looking for eco-friendly energy solutions.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£379,000,000
Net Worth
-£1,665,000,000
Total Current Assets
£1,827,000,000
Total Current Liabilities
£4,425,000,000

Company Location