SSE THERMAL GENERATION (SCOTLAND) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
85Good
2.8vs last year
#1334 in UK
#66 in Scotland

Company Information

Company Number
SC664055
Registered Address
Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, Scotland, PH1 3AQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
82
Turnover
£1,425,600,000
EBITDA
£427,300,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
12 June 2020
Nature of Business
35110 - Production of electricity
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
26 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:40 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
87%
31-60 Days
9%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms25%

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: 2025-04-24
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202524 Apr 20252687%9%4%25%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202424 Apr 20242981%14%5%34%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Oct 20232883%12%5%28%

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

40

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

SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited is a subsidiary of SSE plc, a leading energy company in the UK. The company is primarily involved in the generation of electricity through thermal power plants in Scotland.

The sustainability program of SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited is focused on reducing carbon emissions, increasing renewable energy sources, and promoting energy efficiency. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and has invested in various renewable energy projects such as wind farms and hydroelectric power stations.

The company's main product is electricity, which is generated through its thermal power plants. It also offers ancillary services such as frequency response and reserve capacity to the National Grid. SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited is committed to providing a reliable and sustainable energy supply to its customers.

The key people in SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited include Martin Pibworth, the Managing Director, and Colin Nicol, the Operations Director. Both have extensive experience in the energy industry and are responsible for driving the company's sustainability agenda.

The company's registered office address is Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 3AQ, and their website is www.ssethermal.com. SSE Thermal Generation (Scotland) Limited is committed to transparent communication and encourages stakeholders to reach out to them for any queries or concerns.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£387,500,000
Total Current Assets
£126,800,000
Total Current Liabilities
£134,100,000

Company Location