SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC

Company Information

Company Number
SC213461
Registered Address
Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 3AQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
Coming Soon
Turnover
Coming Soon
EBITDA
Coming Soon

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
4 December 2000
Nature of Business
35120 - Transmission of electricity
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
24 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
94%
31-60 Days
5%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms18%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC demonstrates a strong trend of prompt payments, with an average payment time of 24 days and 94% of invoices settled within 30 days. This indicates a consistent operational efficiency in processing payments within a standard credit period. However, the 18% late payment rate suggests that while payments are generally fast, a portion still misses original due dates.

Volatility Analysis

Payment reliability is high, with 94% of invoices paid within 30 days and only a minimal 1% extending beyond 60 days, indicating a predictable payment cycle. While generally prompt, the 18% late payment rate introduces a moderate risk factor for strict adherence to contractual due dates. This suggests a slight potential for payments to occasionally miss specific terms, even if overall time-to-pay remains low.

Summary Analysis

Overall, SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC presents a low payment risk for suppliers, characterized by fast average payment times and a high percentage of invoices settled within 30 days. Suppliers should proceed with confidence, but factor in the 18% late payment rate by ensuring clear payment terms and considering robust invoicing and follow-up processes. Mitigate minor risk by setting clear due dates and maintaining open communication regarding payment status.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-10-27
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202527 Oct 20252494%5%1%18%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202528 Apr 20252592%6%2%19%
01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 202431 Oct 20242790%7%3%24%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202424 Apr 20242886%9%5%31%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202331 Oct 20232791%5%4%28%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202328 Apr 20232790%6%4%29%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202231 Oct 20223089%7%4%26%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202227 Apr 20222791%6%3%26%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202129 Oct 20212791%6%3%29%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202128 Apr 20212890%6%4%27%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202028 Oct 20202987%8%5%32%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202027 Apr 20202982%13%5%37%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201929 Oct 20193375%17%8%56%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201929 Apr 20193565%23%12%64%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201830 Oct 20183672%19%9%72%

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

SSE's standard payment terms are Nett 30 days but buyers are authorised to negotiate alternative terms with individual suppliers where appropriate.

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

The Dispute Resolution Process is detailed within the Accounts Payable section at http://sse.com/potential-suppliers/. Alternatively suppliers can also contact the "orderer" directly using the details provided on the Purchase Order

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

SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC is an active public limited company

Its name indicates its core involvement in the transmission of hydro-electric power within the UK energy sector

The company was incorporated on 4 December 2000 and is registered in Scotland under company number SC213461

Its registered office is located at Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 3AQ

Companies specialising in hydro-electric transmission in the UK typically manage the high-voltage infrastructure required to transport electricity from generation sites to local distribution networks

This involves the operation and maintenance of power lines, substations, and associated equipment to ensure a reliable electricity supply

Financial Metrics

Cash
£128,900,000
Net Worth
£2,000,000,000
Total Current Assets
£346,100,000
Total Current Liabilities
£666,500,000

Company Location