EASTERN GREEN LINK 2 LIMITED maintains an average payment time of 26 days, comfortably within the 30-day threshold, with 79% of payments settled within that window. However, a notable 20% of payments fall into the 31-60 day bracket, suggesting a recurring pattern of delayed settlements for a significant portion of invoices. The 1% over 60 days indicates extreme delays are rare, but the overall late payment rate of 36% signals that prompt payment is not consistently achieved despite a reasonable average.
The 36% late payment rate is disproportionately high relative to the 26-day average, indicating that while many payments are settled quickly, a substantial minority experience meaningful delays, creating inconsistent cash flow for suppliers. The concentration of 20% in the 31-60 day band points to a predictable secondary payment cycle rather than random delays, suggesting systemic processing behaviour rather than isolated incidents. This dual-speed payment pattern introduces moderate cash flow risk, particularly for suppliers operating on tighter liquidity margins.
EASTERN GREEN LINK 2 LIMITED presents a moderate payment risk profile — acceptable average performance is undermined by a 36% late payment rate that suppliers should not overlook. Suppliers should consider building extended payment terms of 45-60 days into contracts to better align with actual settlement behaviour and reduce exposure to cash flow gaps. Including late payment clauses and monitoring invoice ageing closely are recommended risk mitigation steps before extending significant credit to this company.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | 29 Apr 2026 | 26 | 79% | 20% | 1% | 36% |
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Eastern Green Link 2 Limited is a private limited company operating within the energy infrastructure sector. The company's name references the Eastern Green Link programme, which forms part of the United Kingdom's high-voltage direct current (HVDC) electricity transmission network connecting Scotland and England.
The company is registered in England under company number 14682562 and maintains its registered office at No. 1 Forbury Place, 43 Forbury Road, Reading, RG1 3JH, placing it within the South East region. Eastern Green Link 2 Limited was incorporated on 22 February 2023 and holds an active status on the Companies House register.
Companies of this nature operating within the electricity transmission sector in the UK are typically involved in the planning, development, financing, construction, and operation of major electricity transmission infrastructure. Such organisations play a central role in supporting the national grid and facilitating the transfer of renewable energy generated in Scotland to consumers across England and Wales.
As an active private limited company, Eastern Green Link 2 Limited operates within a highly regulated environment governed by Ofgem and relevant UK energy legislation, contributing to the country's long-term energy security and net zero ambitions.