MUSGRAVE DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
56Fair
0.8vs last year
#3308 in UK
#39 in Northern Ireland

Company Information

Company Number
NI015409
Registered Address
Belfast Harbour Estate, 1-19 Dargan Drive, Belfast, BT3 9JG
Status
Active
Employee Count
272
Turnover
£155,193,000
EBITDA
£3,982,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 February 1982
Nature of Business
46900 - Non-specialised wholesale trade
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
Northern Ireland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:2 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
20%
31-60 Days
72%
After 60 Days
8%
Not Paid Within Terms2%

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: 2025-07-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
29 Dec 2024 - 28 Jun 202525 Jul 20254320%72%8%2%
30 Jun 2024 - 28 Dec 202430 Jan 20254420%73%7%2%
31 Dec 2023 - 29 Jun 202430 Jul 20244519%75%6%3%
02 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 202220 Jul 20224420%72%8%3%
03 Jan 2021 - 03 Jul 202128 Jul 20214522%70%8%4%
30 Jun 2019 - 28 Dec 201927 Jan 20204421%70%9%5%

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 STANDARD PAYMENT TERMS ARE END OF MONTH PLUS 30 DAYS (EOM30). ALL INVOICES DUE FOR PAYMENT PROCESSING WILL BE INCLUDED IN OUR PAYMENT FILE SUBMISSION TO OUR BANKING PARTNER ON OUR TUESDAY/THURSDAY PAYMENT RUNS, WITH CLEARED FUNDS IN SUPPLIER BANK ACCOUNT WITHIN 3 WORKING DAYS OF THE SUBMISSION TO THE BANK

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

SUPPLIER PAYMENT ISSUES THAT ARISE IN THE FIRST INSTANCE ARE ADDRESSED BY THE FINANCIAL SHARED SERVICES TEAM. DEPENDING ON THE ISSUE, OTHER RELEVANT DEPARTMENTS MAY BE INVOLVED TO RESOLVE ANY DISPUTES AS REQUIRED.

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

Musgrave Distribution Limited is a leading food and grocery distributor in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1876 and has a long-standing history in the industry. Musgrave Distribution Limited is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing energy consumption, waste management, and promoting sustainable sourcing practices. They have also invested in renewable energy sources and have achieved a 25% reduction in carbon emissions since 2010.

Musgrave Distribution Limited offers a wide range of products and services to its customers, including fresh and frozen foods, grocery items, and convenience store supplies. They also provide supply chain solutions and logistics services to retailers and foodservice businesses.

The key people at Musgrave Distribution Limited include the CEO, Chris Martin, and the Managing Director, Seamus MacGowan. They have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services to their customers.

The company's website address is www.musgraveplc.com and their registered office address is Musgrave Distribution Limited, Tramore Road, Cork, Ireland. They also have a customer service hotline at 0345 602 7000 for any inquiries or assistance.

In conclusion, Musgrave Distribution Limited is a well-established and sustainable food and grocery distributor in the UK. With a strong commitment to sustainability and a wide range of products and services, they continue to be a trusted partner for retailers and foodservice businesses.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£13,073,000
Net Worth
£3,645,000
Total Current Assets
£38,197,000
Total Current Liabilities
£38,848,000

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