THE NORTH BRITISH DISTILLERY COMPANY LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
SC001491
Registered Address
Wheatfield Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2PX
Status
Active
Employee Count
219
Turnover
£82,341,000
EBITDA
£7,046,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
24 October 1885
Nature of Business
11010 - Distilling, rectifying and blending of spirits
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
East of Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
35 days
Shortest Period:25 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
44%
31-60 Days
53%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms56%

Payment Features

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

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-25
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 202525 Aug 20253544%53%3%56%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202418 Feb 20253833%62%5%39%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202318 Jan 20243533%66%1%14%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202310 Jul 20233147%52%1%19%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202207 Jul 20223342%57%1%14%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202107 Jan 20223436%63%1%12%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202107 Jul 20213243%55%2%29%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202011 Jan 20212951%47%2%25%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201903 Jul 20192853%47%0%9%

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

We are running one payment run per month through Purchase Ledger which occurs every month end, plus Faster payment or Bacs payment for instant remmitances.The "Shortest" terms can be paid quicker than 30 days depending on invoice date and our payment run transmission.

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

If there is a problem relating to an invoice, we contact the supplier, let them know the details and suggest a solution to the problem (e.g goods not delivered,faulty workmanship etc).We dont complete the process until and agreed plan of action is in force so both parties know that is to happen to allow timeouts payment.

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

The North British Distillery Company Limited is a Scottish company with a history dating back to 1885

They specialize in the production of grain whisky, which is used in blended scotch whiskies

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.\n\nTheir sustainability program includes using renewable energy sources such as biomass boilers, reducing water consumption, and recycling waste products

They also work closely with local farmers to source their grain and support the local economy.\n\nThe company's main product is grain whisky, which is sold to other distilleries for blending purposes

However, they also have their own brand of single grain whisky, called "The Cambus," which has received numerous awards for its quality and taste.\n\nThe key people of the company include their Chairman, Managing Director, and Master Blender who oversee the production and operations of the distillery.\n\nFor contact information, their website address is www.northbritish.co.uk and their registered office address is 18 Golden Square, Edinburgh, EH3 5AS, Scotland

Overall, The North British Distillery Company Limited is a reputable and sustainable company that takes pride in producing high-quality grain whisky while also prioritizing environmental responsibility

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£55,891,000
Total Current Assets
£43,069,000
Total Current Liabilities
£11,350,000

Company Location