AKO FOUNDATION

PaymentCheck Score 2025
100Excellent
vs last year
#14 in UK
#7 in London

Company Information

Company Number
08385711
Registered Address
One, Newman Street, London, England, W1T 1PB
Status
Active
Employee Count
1
Turnover
£79,111,000
EBITDA
£44,311,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
1 February 2013
Nature of Business
88990 - Other social work activities without accommodation not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
7 days
Shortest Period:17 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
100%
31-60 Days
0%
After 60 Days
0%
Not Paid Within Terms0%

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: 2025-07-18
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 202518 Jul 20257100%0%0%0%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202416 Jan 202510100%0%0%0%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202412 Jul 20248100%0%0%0%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202315 Jan 20249100%0%0%0%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202217 Jan 20238100%0%0%0%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202204 Jul 20229100%0%0%0%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202104 Jan 20227100%0%0%0%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202106 Jul 20217100%0%0%0%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202014 Jan 202110100%0%0%0%

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Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

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Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The most frequently used payment term is 30 days. We do not impose payment terms on vendors.

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

Dispute Resolution Process

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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

AKO FOUNDATION is a non-profit organization that strives to promote social and environmental sustainability through various activities and initiatives. The foundation was established in 2005 by the AKO Capital hedge fund to give back to the community and make a positive impact on the world.

The foundation's sustainability program focuses on four main areas: education, health, environment, and community development. They work with partner organizations to provide access to quality education, improve healthcare services, promote sustainable living practices, and support local communities.

One of the key projects of AKO FOUNDATION is the AKO Scholarships, which provides financial support for underprivileged students to pursue their education. They also collaborate with organizations working towards sustainable farming and renewable energy solutions.

AKO FOUNDATION also offers a range of products and services that align with their sustainability goals. They have a line of eco-friendly merchandise, including reusable water bottles and tote bags, to promote sustainable living. They also organize events and workshops to raise awareness about sustainability and encourage people to adopt more environmentally friendly practices.

The foundation is led by its board of trustees, which includes experienced professionals from various industries. The current chairman is Nicolai Tangen, founder of AKO Capital. The foundation also has a team of dedicated staff and volunteers who work towards achieving their sustainability goals.

For more information on AKO FOUNDATION and their activities, including how to get involved or donate, you can visit their website at www.akofoundation.org. Their registered office address is 4th Floor, 25 Copthall Avenue, London, EC2R 7BP, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£111,195,000
Net Worth
£1,074,296,000
Total Current Assets
£131,443,000
Total Current Liabilities
£17,917,000

Company Location