NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
66Fair
20.9vs last year
#2710 in UK
#102 in Unknown

Company Information

Company Number
NI026041
Registered Address
120 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 5HT
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,578
Turnover
£452,100,000
EBITDA
£330,300,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 October 1991
Nature of Business
35120 - Transmission of electricity
35130 - Distribution of electricity
Industries
Energy
Region
UnknownNot specified in payment practices report

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
47 days
Shortest Period:45 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
4%
31-60 Days
88%
After 60 Days
8%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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: 2024-07-26
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 202530 Jul 20253539%58%3%7%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202412 Feb 2025476%86%8%15%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202426 Jul 2024474%88%8%17%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202301 Feb 2024473%89%8%14%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 2023486%85%9%17%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 2022495%86%9%17%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 2021445%86%9%15%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202029 Jul 2020467%85%8%19%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 2020495%87%8%15%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201910 Jul 2019485%87%8%16%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 2018564%82%14%47%

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

NIE Networks’ standard payment terms state that payment of third party invoices for goods or services will be made within 45 days of receipt of a correct, undisputed and properly due VAT invoice, unless otherwise agreed in writing by a duly authorised representative. Invoices should be submitted promptly to the correct address quoting a valid purchase order. The correct invoicing address, which is included on all purchase orders is; Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Ltd, PO Box 7787, Corby, NN17 9HA.

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

45

Dispute Resolution Process

NIE Networks’ core values include being committed to our communities and acting with integrity. We therefore endeavour to resolve all disputes in a fair and timely manner. Queries regarding the status of an invoice can be directed to our Accounts Payable Team via the following email address; accountspayable@nienetworks.co.uk For specific contractual disputes please contact the individual who initially ordered the goods or services provided. The agreed contractual dispute process will then be followed.

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

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited (NIE Networks) is responsible for the management, maintenance, and development of the electricity network in Northern Ireland. As the largest electricity distribution company in Northern Ireland, NIE Networks is committed to providing reliable and sustainable electricity services to over 860,000 customers.

NIE Networks has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various programs to reduce its environmental impact. These include initiatives to increase the use of renewable energy sources and decrease carbon emissions, as well as efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce waste. The company also has a dedicated Sustainability Manager who oversees and drives these initiatives.

In terms of products and services, NIE Networks offers a range of options for customers to manage their electricity usage, including online account management and the use of smart meters. The company also offers a Priority Services Register for vulnerable customers, ensuring they receive extra support during power outages.

The key people at NIE Networks include the Managing Director, Paul Stapleton, who has over 30 years of experience in the electricity industry, and the Chairman, Dr. Stephen Kingon, who has a background in finance and business.

NIE Networks can be contacted through their website, which provides information on power outages, customer support, and energy saving tips. Their registered office address is 120 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 5HT, Northern Ireland.

Overall, NIE Networks is a responsible and sustainable electricity distribution company, committed to providing reliable services to its customers while also minimizing its impact on the environment.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£77,900,000
Net Worth
£528,600,000
Total Current Assets
£540,000,000
Total Current Liabilities
£336,400,000

Company Location