AG BARR PLC

Company Details

Registration Number

SC005653

Registered Address

Westfield House 4 Mollins Road Cumbernauld G68 9HD

Company Status

Active

Employee Count

937

Turnover

£317,600,000

EBITDA

£56,300,000

Additional Information

Company Type

Public limited Company

Incorporated on

30 June 1904

Nature of Business (SIC)

11070 - Manufacture of soft drinks; production of mineral waters and other bottled waters

Industries

Food and drink processing, Marketing, branding and advertising

Company Location

Google
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Financial Overview

Cash

£13,600,000

Net Worth

£152,600,000

Last Reporting Period

Filed

30 Aug 2023

Period

30 Jan 2023 - 29 Jul 2023

Payment Timing

Average Time to Pay

35 days

Payment Periods

Shortest

7 days

Longest

60 days

Max Contractual

60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 days37%
31-60 days57%
After 60 days6%

Not Paid Within Terms

11%

Payment Features

Payment Codes
E-Invoicing
Supply Chain Finance

Payment Time Trends

7/29/20231/29/20237/30/20221/29/20228/1/20211/24/20217/25/20201/25/20207/27/20191/26/20197/28/2018015304560

Payment Distribution Trends

7/29/20231/29/20237/30/20221/29/20228/1/20211/24/20217/25/20201/25/20207/27/20191/26/20197/28/2018020406080

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
30 Jan 2023 - 29 Jul 202330 Aug 20233537%57%6%11%
31 Jul 2022 - 29 Jan 202315 Feb 20233145%51%4%17%
30 Jan 2022 - 30 Jul 202222 Aug 20226044%51%5%15%
02 Aug 2021 - 29 Jan 202215 Feb 20223838%55%7%13%
25 Jan 2021 - 01 Aug 202124 Aug 20214434%60%6%14%
26 Jan 2020 - 24 Jan 202116 Feb 20213829%65%6%16%
26 Jan 2020 - 25 Jul 202011 Aug 20203928%64%8%12%
27 Jan 2019 - 25 Jan 202018 Feb 20203439%55%6%14%
27 Jan 2019 - 27 Jul 201907 Aug 20193546%50%4%10%
28 Jan 2018 - 26 Jan 201905 Mar 20193437%57%6%14%
28 Jan 2018 - 28 Jul 201802 Nov 2018
28 Jan 2018 - 28 Jul 201802 Nov 20183141%54%5%14%

Company Summary

A.G

BARR P.L.C

is a British company that specializes in the production of soft drinks and other beverages

Founded in 1875, the company has a long history of providing high-quality products to consumers in the UK and abroad

Their registered office address is at Westfield House, 4 Mollins Road, Glasgow, G68 9HD, Scotland

The company's sustainability program is a key focus, with a commitment to reducing their environmental impact and promoting responsible sourcing of ingredients

They have implemented various initiatives, such as reducing their carbon footprint and increasing the use of recyclable materials in their packaging

A.G

BARR P.L.C

offers a wide range of popular beverages, including their flagship brand, IRN-BRU, as well as other well-known brands such as Rubicon, Strathmore, and Funkin

They also produce and distribute a variety of energy drinks, mixers, and juices

The company is led by a team of experienced and knowledgeable individuals, including their CEO, Roger White, who has been with the company since 2008

Their website, www.agbarr.co.uk, provides information on their products, sustainability efforts, and company news

In addition to their products, A.G

BARR P.L.C

is also committed to giving back to the community through various charitable initiatives

They have established partnerships with various organizations, including the British Red Cross and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, to support important causes

Overall, A.G

BARR P.L.C

continues to be a reputable and successful company in the beverage industry, with a strong focus on sustainability and community involvement

Their dedication to producing high-quality products and making a positive impact sets them apart in the market

Company Review

Trend Analysis

In the past three periods, there has been a gradual increase in the average time taken for A.G. BARR P.L.C. to pay invoices to suppliers. However, there was a significant increase in the most recent period (2022-07-31 to 2023-07-29) leading to a 93.5% increase compared to the first period (2018-01-28 to 2018-07-28).

Volatility Analysis

The data for A.G. BARR P.L.C. shows a consistent trend of paying the majority of their invoices within 30 days, with a slight increase in the percentage of invoices paid within this timeframe over the three periods. However, there has been a significant increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the most recent period (2022-07-31 to 2023-07-29), indicating a decrease in timely payments.

Summary Analysis

Looking at the three periods, A.G. BARR P.L.C. has shown a gradual increase in the average time taken to pay invoices, with the most significant increase occurring in the most recent period (2022-07-31 to 2023-07-29). This increase is mainly due to a decrease in timely payments, with the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days increasing by 93.5% compared to the first period (2018-01-28 to 2018-07-28).

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

End of month following date of invoice

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Contact purchasetopay@agbarr.co.uk

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?

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