SSE THERMAL ENERGY OPERATIONS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
12697902
Registered Address
No. 1 Forbury Place, 43 Forbury Road, Reading, England, RG1 3JH
Status
Active
Employee Count
138
Turnover
£1,065,300,000
EBITDA
£163,400,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 June 2020
Nature of Business
35110 - Production of electricity
Industries
Property,Infrastructure And Construction
Region
South East

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
94%
31-60 Days
4%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms18%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for SSE THERMAL ENERGY OPERATIONS LIMITED shows a slight improvement in the average time taken to pay invoices over the past three periods. In the most recent period, the average time to pay was 33 days, compared to 36 days in the previous period and 40 days in the period before that.

Volatility Analysis

The data for SSE THERMAL ENERGY OPERATIONS LIMITED shows some volatility in the % of invoices paid within 30 days and % of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days. However, there is a consistent trend of improvement in both categories over the past three periods.

Summary Analysis

In the most recent period (Apr 2023 - Sept 2023), SSE THERMAL ENERGY OPERATIONS LIMITED took an average of 33 days to pay invoices. This is an improvement from the previous period (Jan 2023 - Mar 2023) where the average time to pay was 36 days, and from the period before that (Oct 2022 - Dec 2022) with an average of 40 days to pay. This shows a positive trend of improving payment times.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-10-28
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 202528 Oct 20252594%4%2%18%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202524 Apr 20252690%7%3%23%
01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 202431 Oct 20243183%9%8%31%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202424 Apr 20243482%8%10%27%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Oct 20233378%14%8%37%

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

SSE's standard payment terms are Nett 30 days but buyers are authorised to negotiate alternative terms with individual suppliers where appropriate.

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

The Dispute Resolution Process is detailed within the Accounts Payable section at http://sse.com/potential-suppliers/. Alternatively suppliers can also contact the "orderer" directly using the details provided on the Purchase Order

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

SSE Thermal Energy Operations Limited is an energy company that focuses on sustainable and responsible practices in their operations

They offer a range of products and services related to thermal energy, with a strong emphasis on sustainability

The company's sustainability program includes efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and promote renewable energy sources

They have invested in renewable energy projects and are committed to reducing their greenhouse gas emissions

They also prioritize the use of environmentally friendly materials and processes in their operations

SSE Thermal Energy Operations Limited offers a range of products and services, including the production of thermal energy through the use of natural gas, biomass, and waste-to-energy technologies

They also provide district heating and cooling solutions, as well as energy management services

The key people at SSE Thermal Energy Operations Limited include their managing director, who is responsible for the overall strategy and operations of the company, as well as their head of sustainability, who oversees their sustainability program

The company's website address is www.ssethermal.com, where customers can learn more about their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts

Their registered office address is Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 3AQ, United Kingdom

In summary, SSE Thermal Energy Operations Limited is a sustainable energy company that offers thermal energy products and services

They have a strong focus on reducing their environmental impact and promoting renewable energy sources

Their website and registered office address are easily accessible for customers seeking more information

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£135,700,000
Total Current Assets
£96,600,000
Total Current Liabilities
£96,200,000

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