FORTH PORTS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
SC134741
Registered Address
1 Prince Of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH6 7DX
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,090
Turnover
£288,300,000
EBITDA
£162,900,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
24 October 1991
Nature of Business
52220 - Service activities incidental to water transportation
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
East of Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
25 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
71%
31-60 Days
28%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms13%

Payment Features

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

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-06
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 202506 Aug 20252571%28%1%13%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jan 20252473%27%0%10%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20242573%26%1%11%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202325 Jul 20232377%22%1%11%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202219 Jul 20222377%22%1%15%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20222281%18%1%12%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202116 Jul 20212378%21%1%13%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202378%21%1%16%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201930 Jul 20192378%21%1%21%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201823 Jan 20192280%19%1%19%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20182755%43%2%81%

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

It is the Group's policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely submission of satisfactory invoices. The Company normally settled trade payables on 45 days terms, however variations to these terms do exist based on agreements with certain suppliers.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner whilst seeking best value for the business. We seek to resolve queries as quickly as possible to everyone's satisfaction prior to payment being made. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by our Accounts Payable team, it would escalate in the first instance to the relevant Head of Department to seek a resolution.

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

FORTH PORTS LIMITED is a leading port operator in the UK, with a strong focus on sustainability

They provide a range of services including cargo handling, warehousing, and logistics solutions.\n\nTheir sustainability program, called "Forth Ports Green", aims to reduce their carbon footprint and promote environmentally friendly practices

This includes investing in renewable energy, implementing energy-efficient technologies, and promoting sustainable transportation methods.\n\nFORTH PORTS LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services to their customers, including container handling, bulk cargo handling, and cruise ship services

They also offer warehousing and distribution services to support the efficient movement of goods.\n\nThe company is led by a highly experienced team, including Chief Executive Charles Hammond and Chairman Lord Smith of Kelvin

They are committed to ensuring the company's success while also prioritizing sustainability and social responsibility.\n\nFor more information, interested parties can visit their website at www.forthports.co.uk

The company's registered office is located at 16 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DF, UK

FORTH PORTS LIMITED is dedicated to providing top-quality services while also promoting sustainable practices to protect the environment for future generations

Financial Metrics

Cash
£114,600,000
Net Worth
£630,200,000
Total Current Assets
£232,700,000
Total Current Liabilities
£247,800,000

Company Location