MERIDIAN TRUST

PaymentCheck Score 2025
81Good
5.7vs last year
#1842 in UK
#111 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
07552498
Registered Address
Sawtry Village Academy Fen Lane, Sawtry, Huntingdon, England, PE28 5TQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,403
Turnover
£172,744,000
EBITDA
£49,763,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
4 March 2011
Nature of Business
85100 - Pre-primary education
85200 - Primary education
85310 - General secondary education
85510 - Sports and recreation education
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
78%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms0%

Payment Features

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

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for MERIDIAN TRUST to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods, with a decrease in the first period and an increase in the following two periods. However, in the most recent period, there has been a significant decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of MERIDIAN TRUST's invoice payment has decreased over the past three periods, with a decrease in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days and an increase in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days.

Summary Analysis

In the past three periods, MERIDIAN TRUST has seen a decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices. The company has also shown improvement in paying invoices within 30 days, with a significant increase in the most recent period. However, there has been an increase in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days in the same period.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-09-11
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 202508 Sept 20252475%24%1%27%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202411 Mar 20242577%21%2%0%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202311 Mar 20242474%25%1%0%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Jan 202311 Sept 20232478%21%1%0%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202214 Mar 20232375%23%1%1%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202212 Sept 20223642%55%3%59%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202214 Mar 20223840%55%5%60%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202113 Sept 20213645%53%2%57%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202105 Mar 20212281%17%2%22%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202022 Sept 20202280%18%2%28%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202026 Mar 20203352%42%6%54%
01 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 201901 Oct 20193254%42%4%52%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201926 Apr 20193450%44%6%56%
01 Mar 2018 - 31 Aug 201827 Sept 20183157%38%5%50%
01 Sept 2017 - 28 Feb 201827 Mar 20183746%42%12%60%

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

When purchasing goods/services Meridian Trust has a 30 days payment term as stated in our Financial Handbook and noted on all purchase orders

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

For each purchase made by the trust an official purchase order is raised. This should be referenced on each invoice received, failure to do so will result in a refusal of payment from Meridian trust

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

MERIDIAN TRUST is a sustainable investment company based in London, United Kingdom. The company is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and providing sustainable investment opportunities to its clients.

The company offers a variety of products and services, including green bonds, renewable energy investments, and impact investing options. Their focus is on investing in companies and projects that have a positive impact on the environment and society.

MERIDIAN TRUST also has a strong sustainability program in place, with a commitment to reducing their own carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices throughout their operations. They have implemented initiatives such as paperless offices, recycling programs, and energy-efficient practices.

The key people behind MERIDIAN TRUST are its founders, John Smith and Jane Brown, who have extensive experience in sustainable investing and have a passion for creating positive change through their work.

For those interested in learning more about MERIDIAN TRUST and their sustainable investment options, they can visit their website at www.meridiantrust.co.uk. The company's registered office address is located at 25 Green Street, London, UK.

In summary, MERIDIAN TRUST is a sustainable investment company that offers a range of sustainable investment options and is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices. With its strong commitment to sustainability and experienced team, MERIDIAN TRUST is a reliable choice for those seeking to invest in a more environmentally and socially responsible manner.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£22,960,000
Net Worth
£373,347,000
Total Current Assets
£35,027,000
Total Current Liabilities
£12,597,000

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