Company Registration No. 8599466 (England and Wales)
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2023
Brightfield Business Hub
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE2 6XU
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Company information
Strategic report
1 - 5
Directors' report
6 - 7
Directors' responsibilities statement
8
Independent auditor's report
9 - 12
Statement of comprehensive income
13
Balance sheet
14
Statement of changes in equity
15
Notes to the financial statements
16 - 28
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
COMPANY INFORMATION
Directors
M Patel
E Kathrada
Company number
8599466
Registered office
Bolton North Business Park
Unit 52,  1st Floor
Rossini Street, Bolton
England
BL1 8DL
Auditor
TC Group
Brightfield Business Hub
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE2 6XU
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 1 -

The directors present the strategic report for the year ended 31 December 2023.

Business Statement

At Aquavape, our strategic business statement encapsulates our commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsibility within the vaping industry. As a leading player in the market, we aim to deliver exceptional products prioritising the development and distribution of high-quality vaping products that meet the diverse needs and preferences of our customers. From e-liquids to devices, our offerings are crafted with precision and innovation, ensuring a satisfying vaping experience.

Our success is built on strong partnerships with suppliers, retailers, and customers alike. We prioritise transparent communication, mutual respect, and collaboration, fostering long-term relationships that drive mutual growth and prosperity. Innovation is at the core of our business ethos.

 

We adhere to the highest ethical and regulatory standards, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and requirements. Integrity and accountability are central to everything we do, earning the trust and confidence of our customers and partners. While maintaining a strong presence in our core markets, we actively seek opportunities for expansion and growth. Through strategic partnerships, market research, and innovative marketing initiatives, we aim to reach new customers and territories, solidifying our position as a global leader in the vaping industry.

In summary, our strategic business statement reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, responsibility, and customer-centricity. By staying true to these principles, we aim to drive sustainable growth, create value for all stakeholders, and make a positive impact on the vaping industry and beyond.

Principal risks and uncertainties

Aquavape encounters various significant risks and uncertainties that could influence its operations and success. These include regulatory compliance, where changes in vaping regulations present legal and financial risks. Additionally, intense competition may undermine Aquavape's market position. Ensuring product safety and quality is vital for maintaining customer trust, while disruptions in the global supply chain can result in production delays and increased costs. Aquavape closely monitors currency exchanges, as fluctuations and economic instability can impact financial performance. Moreover, cybersecurity poses a new threat, with data breaches and cyberattacks posing risks to sensitive customer data and internal systems. To address these challenges while remaining true to its core values and objectives, Aquavape implements effective risk management strategies and contingency plans.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 2 -
Development and performance

In 2023, Aquavape experienced significant development and performance across various aspects of its operations, culminating in a strong position by the year's end.

Aquavape demonstrated robust financial performance throughout 2023, with notable growth in revenue and profitability. This success can be attributed to strategic pricing strategies, effective cost management initiatives, and successful product launches. Aquavape expanded its market presence both domestically and internationally during the year. The company successfully penetrated new geographic regions, tapping into previously untapped markets, and diversifying its customer base. Innovation remained a key focus for Aquavape in 2023. The company introduced several new products to cater to evolving consumer preferences. This commitment to innovation helped Aquavape stay ahead of competitors and maintain its position as a market leader. Aquavape navigated evolving regulatory landscapes effectively, ensuring compliance with all relevant vaping regulations. Proactive measures were taken to address any regulatory changes, mitigating potential risks to the business and maintaining operational continuity.

 

Aquavape optimized its supply chain management processes to enhance efficiency and resilience. Strategic partnerships were forged with key suppliers, ensuring a stable and reliable supply of raw materials and components despite global supply chain disruptions. The company continued to prioritise building and safeguarding its brand reputation in 2023/24 Aquavape's commitment to product quality, customer satisfaction, and corporate responsibility enhanced its brand image and fostered greater consumer trust and loyalty.

 

Aquavape invested in its workforce throughout the year, focusing on employee development, training, and well-being initiatives. A motivated and skilled workforce contributed significantly to the company's overall performance and success. Aquavape remained actively engaged with its local communities through various corporate social responsibility initiatives. These efforts not only strengthened the company's ties with its communities but also contributed to its positive brand perception.

Overall, the year 2023 was marked by significant growth, innovation, and strategic advancement for Aquavape. The company's strong financial performance, expanding market presence, commitment to product excellence, regulatory compliance, supply chain resilience, brand reputation, employee engagement, and community involvement position it favourably for continued success in the future.

Key performance indicators

Unit            2023            2022

Turnover            £        144,776,645        87,915,240

Gross profit        £        32,286,799        17,770,538

Gross profit margin    %        22.3            20.2

Profit before taxation    £        19,864,159        9,906,986    

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 3 -
Promoting the success of the company

 

Overview of Aquavape

 

Emerging from humble beginnings in Northwest Bolton, Lancashire, Aquavape has evolved into one of the UK’s largest independent vape distributors, boasting a robust team of 200 professionals across the Group. With over 90 years of collective experience in wholesale and grocery, our team possess a proven track record in supplying leading multi-brands and OEM within the grocery and convenience sectors. We are pioneers in innovative display solutions and exhibit agility in introducing new product development to market swiftly.

As master distributors for numerous prominent vape brands, Aquavape ensures direct supply routes and unwavering commitment to excellence. Operating from distribution centres and offices in Bolton and Peterborough, Aquavape manufacture in ISO clean rooms, ensuring unparalleled product quality and safety. Renowned as the premier vape company in the FMCG market, Aquavape serve esteemed retailers such as ASDA, SPAR, Eurogarage, Sainsbury, Argos, MOTO, COOP, NISA, and Morrisons, among others.

Additionally, our retail arm (within the Group) comprises of 26 stores under the Ecig Wizard brand, allowing us to cater to diverse channels and routes to market comprehensively. Aquavape stands as a testament to relentless innovation, unwavering commitment to quality, and steadfast dedication to meeting the needs of our valued customers.

Aquavape Directors have guided the company in 2023 towards actions aimed at sustained success, prioritising stakeholders' interests such as staff, retailers, distributors, and consumers. Aquavape operate transparently within a framework outlining our responsibilities and undergo continuous training to meet regulatory obligations, including S172 compliance.

In our decision-making roles, Directors prioritise actions benefiting Aquavape's success, with a focus on consumers and employees. Key considerations include:

 

Combatting misinformation about vaping's health implications and seeking support from the public health community for harm reduction.

 

Employee-Centric Approach

Aquavape values its employees as crucial to its success. Directors recognise the importance of employees in achieving strategic goals. They assess decisions' implications on employees and prioritise fair treatment, diversity, safety, and workplace environment. Directors engage with employees through surveys and direct interactions to understand their needs and concerns.

ISO45001 Certification

 

We're proud of our safe and healthy work environment. This certification reduces accidents and promotes employee well-being. Aquavape actively involves employees in product testing and decision-making processes to ensure their voices are heard and valued.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 4 -

Suppliers

Suppliers are vital to maintaining our product quality and ethical standards. Our engagement methods include. Regular meetings between Aquavape's global buying function and category leaders ensure effective communication. Participation in trade fairs and factory visits/audits in China, Europe, and the UK facilitate supplier assessment. Some audits are conducted by third-party entities to ensure impartial assessments and supply chain integrity. Aquavape values strong partnerships with suppliers, fostering lasting relationships and securing Master Distributor status with many.

Environment

Aquavape prioritises environmental responsibility and has obtained ISO 14001 certification for its environmental management system. This certification demonstrates Aquavape's commitment to environmental responsibility, enhancing its image as a socially and environmentally conscious business. Aquavape ensures awareness and compliance with environmental laws and regulations, reducing the risk of legal issues and penalties. We identify opportunities for efficiency improvement, waste reduction, and resource conservation, leading to cost savings in energy, materials, and waste management.

Aquavape acknowledges its impact on the community and actively engages in initiatives for its betterment. We encourage diversity by welcoming individuals from all backgrounds, ages, nationalities, and abilities. We actively support local and national charities, football teams, and community events. Our alignment with community values ensures business practices align with the values and needs of the community, fostering positive relationships. Aquavape's commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement reflects its dedication to sustainable and responsible business practices.

Manufacturing

Aquavape adheres to CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging) regulations, ensuring safety and compliance for vape products. Key points include Chemical Classification, Labelling Requirements, Packaging and Notification Requirements. Staying informed about regional regulations is vital to ensure safety and legal compliance. Adhering to CLP and local requirements safeguards users and prevents market restrictions. Aquavape proudly holds ISO17025 approval at our Peterborough bottling plant. This international standard ensures competence in testing and calibration laboratories, offering several benefits: Quality assurance, Compliance, Competitive advantage, Risk management, Global recognition, Customer confidence, Efficiency and Effectiveness. Adapting ISO17025 principles to our unique needs, is crucial for enhancing quality, reliability, and efficiency in our operations.

 

Commitment to Ethical Business Conduct

Aquavape is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of business conduct, emphasising integrity, transparency, and ethical behaviour. Key points include Core Values, Corporate Philosophy, Ethical Guidelines, Code of Conduct, Training and Communication.

Aquavape is a proud member of UKVIA, Britain’s leading trade association for the vaping sector. UKVIA represents the dynamic vaping industry, advocating for evidence-based public health benefits.

Aquavape products are regulated by the MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency), ensuring safety and quality. Key points include Regulatory Compliance, Product Authorisation, Consumer Safety, Marketing and Advertising and Post Market Surveillance. Compliance with MHRA regulations is crucial for legal operation and consumer trust. Non-compliance can lead to fines, recalls, or legal consequences, highlighting the commitment to product safety and quality.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 5 -

Aquavape partners with Arcus Compliance to navigate evolving regulations and enhance efficiency, allowing internal teams to focus on complex tasks. Arcus provides tools, resources, and product stewardship support, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness.

Reputation

Aquavape prioritises transparency to uphold high business conduct standards. We provide accurate and timely information to stakeholders, ensuring financial reporting adheres to the highest standards and promptly addressing concerns or queries. Aquavape is committed to corporate social responsibility and sustainability. We engage in environmentally friendly practices, support local communities, and contribute to charitable causes. By aligning with sustainable development goals, we aim to create a positive impact on society while enhancing our reputation as a responsible corporate citizen.

Aquavape maintains high business conduct standards through ongoing review and enhancement of policies, procedures, and practices. Internal and external audits ensure compliance exceeds expectations, reinforcing our commitment to excellence. In conclusion, Aquavape embraces Section 172 as a guiding principle for business conduct excellence. Our dedication to integrity and ethical behaviour extends beyond legal compliance, reflecting genuine concern for stakeholders and communities. We remain steadfast in upholding and enhancing our reputation, recognising it as essential for sustainable success in the ever-changing business environment. Aquavape prioritises fairness across all stakeholders, aligning with responsible governance and sustainable practices. Through our partnership with Citation, a legal consultancy with ISO27001 certification, we ensure expert support in HR and Health and Safety matters. We foster equity and equality among our diverse members, valuing their contributions. As stewards of shareholder interests, we uphold transparent communication and facilitate their participation in decision-making processes, ensuring fairness in corporate governance.

In conclusion, Aquavape's adherence to Section 172 underscores its commitment to fairness. By prioritising equality, transparency, and inclusivity, we create a corporate environment valuing the contributions of all members. Aquavape remains dedicated to fostering collaboration and promoting the well-being of shareholders, employees, and stakeholders.

On behalf of the board

M Patel
Director
5 September 2024
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 6 -

The directors present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2023.

Principal activities

The principal activity of the company continued to be that of the sale of E-cigarette devices, accessories and fluids.

Results and dividends

The results for the year are set out on page 13.

Ordinary dividends were paid amounting to £1,640,000. The directors do not recommend payment of a final dividend.

Directors

The directors who held office during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were as follows:

M Patel
E Kathrada
Research and development

Pending Instaflow Vape - Patented Technology. Instaflow has a dual tank system allowing a larger holding tank to fill a smaller one. This self-contained unit give the user approximately 5000 puffs.

Future developments

Aquavape has invested into ‘Big Puff’ vape technology which it recognises as a new emerging category. These TPD Compliant products offer the consumer a self-contained unit which has a large capacity giving anywhere between 2400 and 5000 puffs.

Statement of disclosure to auditor

So far as each person who was a director at the date of approving this report is aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the company’s auditor is unaware. Additionally, the directors individually have taken all the necessary steps that they ought to have taken as directors in order to make themselves aware of all relevant audit information and to establish that the company’s auditor is aware of that information.

Important events in 2024

Spar Tradeshow 25th April 2024

National Convenience Show – NEC Birmingham 30th April – 1st May 2024

Meet the Buyer 8th May 2024

Vaper Expo – NEC Birmingham 10th – 12th May 2024

 

Bargain Booze Tradeshow 15th May 2024

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 7 -
Directors' Statement

We build strong relationships with our suppliers to develop mutually beneficial and lasting partnerships. Engagement with suppliers is primarily through a series of interactions and formal reviews and we also host regular conferences to bring suppliers and customers together to discuss shared goals and build relationships. Key areas of focus include innovation, product development, health and safety and sustainability. The Board recognises that relationships with suppliers are important to the Group’s long-term success and is briefed on supplier feedback and issues on a regular basis.

We have managed to secure Master Distributor status with many of our suppliers ensuring direct supply routes and competitive pricing to support our consumer building strategy and relationships. We have won many supplier awards.

Our ambition is to deliver best-in-class service to our customers. We build strong lasting relationships and spend considerable time to understand their needs and views and listen to how we can improve our offer and service. We use this knowledge to inform our decision-making, for example to tailor our proposition to suit customer demands, with fixed range/fixed price models for small trade customers, and more flexible access to a wider product range with volume-related discounting in the Merchant businesses.

Aquavape's major clientele consists of prominent retailers in the UK, and these connections are strengthened by enduring, well-established relationships that are continuously fostered through ongoing engagement.

Our daily interactions with customers occur at various levels, often through face-to-face meetings, events, and exhibitions. These engagements serve to comprehend customer needs, gather feedback, and promote collaborative working practices. Conversations with our customers encompass topics such as brand and category strategy, as well as new product development. We diligently monitor daily like-for-like sales performance and Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) data shared by customers, enabling us to initiate relevant and timely engagements based on this information.

On behalf of the board
M Patel
Director
5 September 2024
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITIES STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 8 -

The directors are responsible for preparing the annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

 

Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the profit or loss of the company for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to:

 

 

The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company’s transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
TO THE MEMBERS OF AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
- 9 -
Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of AQL International Limited (the 'company') for the year ended 31 December 2023 which comprise the statement of comprehensive income, the balance sheet, the statement of changes in equity and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

 

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

 

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

Other information

The other information comprises the information included in the annual report other than the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

 

We have nothing to report in this regard.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
- 10 -

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of our audit:

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the directors' report.

 

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of directors

As explained more fully in the directors' responsibilities statement, the directors are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
- 11 -

Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected

to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

 

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud, is detailed below.

 

The objectives of our audit, in respect to fraud, are: to identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements due to fraud; to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the assessed risks of material misstatement due to fraud, through designing and implementing appropriate responses; and to respond appropriately to fraud or suspected fraud identified during the audit. However, the primary responsibility for the prevention and detection of fraud rests with both those charged with governance of the entity and its

management.

 

Our approach was as follows:

 

Based on this understanding we designed our audit procedures to identify non-compliance with such laws and regulations. Where the risk was considered to be higher, we performed audit procedures to address each identified fraud risk. These procedures included: testing manual journals; reviewing the financial statement disclosures and testing to supporting documentation; performing analytical procedures; and enquiring of management, and were designed to provide reasonable assurance that the financial statements were free from fraud or error.

 

Owing to the inherent limitations of an audit, there is an unavoidable risk that we may not have detected some material misstatements in the financial statements, even though we have properly planned and performed our audit in accordance with auditing standards. For example, the further removed non-compliance with laws and regulations (irregularities) is from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, the less likely the inherently limited procedures required by auditing standards would identify it. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment,

forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation. We are not responsible for preventing non-compliance and cannot be expected to detect non-compliance with all laws and regulations.

 

 

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
- 12 -

 

A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: https://www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor's report.

 

 

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the company's members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company's members, as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

John Grant (Senior Statutory Auditor)
For and on behalf of TC Group
9 September 2024
Brightfield Business Hub
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE2 6XU
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 13 -
Year
Period
ended
ended
31 December
31 December
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
Turnover
3
144,776,645
87,915,240
Cost of sales
(112,489,846)
(70,144,702)
Gross profit
32,286,799
17,770,538
Distribution costs
(878,875)
(915,114)
Administrative expenses
(11,698,168)
(7,935,357)
Other operating income
152,200
986,916
Operating profit
4
19,861,956
9,906,983
Interest receivable and similar income
8
2,203
3
Profit before taxation
19,864,159
9,906,986
Tax on profit
9
(4,730,294)
(1,791,084)
Profit for the financial year
15,133,865
8,115,902

The profit and loss account has been prepared on the basis that all operations are continuing operations.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT
31 DECEMBER 2023
31 December 2023
- 14 -
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
12
832,868
761,595
Current assets
Stocks
13
18,115,920
15,592,430
Debtors
14
18,362,125
12,737,789
Cash at bank and in hand
1,394,174
1,333,173
37,872,219
29,663,392
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
15
(14,340,944)
(19,606,753)
Net current assets
23,531,275
10,056,639
Total assets less current liabilities
24,364,143
10,818,234
Provisions for liabilities
Deferred tax liability
16
171,886
119,842
(171,886)
(119,842)
Net assets
24,192,257
10,698,392
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
18
100
100
Profit and loss reserves
24,192,157
10,698,292
Total equity
24,192,257
10,698,392
The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 5 September 2024 and are signed on its behalf by:
M Patel
Director
Company Registration No. 8599466
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 15 -
Share capital
Profit and loss reserves
Total
Notes
£
£
£
Balance at 1 August 2021
100
2,592,390
2,592,490
Period ended 31 December 2022:
Profit and total comprehensive income for the period
-
8,115,902
8,115,902
Dividends
10
-
(10,000)
(10,000)
Balance at 31 December 2022
100
10,698,292
10,698,392
Year ended 31 December 2023:
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year
-
15,133,865
15,133,865
Dividends
10
-
(1,640,000)
(1,640,000)
Balance at 31 December 2023
100
24,192,157
24,192,257
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 16 -
1
Accounting policies
Company information

AQL International Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Bolton North Business Park, Unit 52, 1st Floor, Rossini Street, Bolton, England, BL1 8DL.

1.1
Accounting convention

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

This company is a qualifying entity for the purposes of FRS 102, being a member of a group where the parent of that group prepares publicly available consolidated financial statements, including this company, which are intended to give a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of the group. The company has therefore taken advantage of exemptions from the following disclosure requirements:

 

 

The financial statements of the company are consolidated in the financial statements of Myee Limited. These consolidated financial statements are available from its registered office, Lynstock House Lynstock Way, Lostock, Bolton, England, BL6 4SA or from companies house.

1.2
Going concern

Atruet the time of approving the financial statements, the directors have a reasonable expectation that the company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the directors continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 17 -
1.3
Turnover

Turnover is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business, and is shown net of VAT and other sales related taxes. The fair value of consideration takes into account trade discounts, settlement discounts and volume rebates.

 

When cash inflows are deferred and represent a financing arrangement, the fair value of the consideration is the present value of the future receipts. The difference between the fair value of the consideration and the nominal amount received is recognised as interest income.

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer (usually on dispatch of the goods), the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

1.4
Intangible fixed assets - goodwill

Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of acquisition of unincorporated businesses over the fair value of net assets acquired. It is initially recognised as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. Goodwill is considered to have a finite useful life and is amortised on a systematic basis over its expected life, which is 10 years.

 

For the purposes of impairment testing, goodwill is allocated to the cash-generating units expected to benefit from the acquisition. Cash-generating units to which goodwill has been allocated are tested for impairment at least annually, or more frequently when there is an indication that the unit may be impaired. If the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit is less than the carrying amount of the unit, the impairment loss is allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the unit and then to the other assets of the unit pro-rata on the basis of the carrying amount of each asset in the unit.

1.5
Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Plant and equipment
25% or 33.33% straight line basis
Fixtures and fittings
25% straight line basis
Motor vehicles
20% straight line basis

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is credited or charged to profit or loss.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 18 -
1.6
Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting period end date, the company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.

 

If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease.

Recognised impairment losses are reversed if, and only if, the reasons for the impairment loss have ceased to apply. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the reversal of the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation increase.

1.7
Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition.

 

Stocks held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured at the lower of cost and replacement cost, adjusted where applicable for any loss of service potential.

At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or loss.

1.8
Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 19 -
1.9
Financial instruments

The company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

 

Financial instruments are recognised in the company's balance sheet when the company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

 

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

Other financial assets

Other financial assets, including investments in equity instruments which are not subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures, are initially measured at fair value, which is normally the transaction price. Such assets are subsequently carried at fair value and the changes in fair value are recognised in profit or loss, except that investments in equity instruments that are not publicly traded and whose fair values cannot be measured reliably are measured at cost less impairment.

Impairment of financial assets

Financial assets, other than those held at fair value through profit and loss, are assessed for indicators of impairment at each reporting end date.

 

Financial assets are impaired where there is objective evidence that, as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the financial asset, the estimated future cash flows have been affected. If an asset is impaired, the impairment loss is the difference between the carrying amount and the present value of the estimated cash flows discounted at the asset’s original effective interest rate. The impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss.

 

If there is a decrease in the impairment loss arising from an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, the impairment is reversed. The reversal is such that the current carrying amount does not exceed what the carrying amount would have been, had the impairment not previously been recognised. The impairment reversal is recognised in profit or loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial assets are derecognised only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire or are settled, or when the company transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to another entity, or if some significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained but control of the asset has transferred to another party that is able to sell the asset in its entirety to an unrelated third party.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 20 -
Classification of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the company after deducting all of its liabilities.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, bank loans, loans from fellow group companies and preference shares that are classified as debt, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

 

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

 

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Other financial liabilities

Derivatives, including interest rate swaps and forward foreign exchange contracts, are not basic financial instruments. Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair value. Changes in the fair value of derivatives are recognised in profit or loss in finance costs or finance income as appropriate, unless hedge accounting is applied and the hedge is a cash flow hedge.

 

Debt instruments that do not meet the conditions in FRS 102 paragraph 11.9 are subsequently measured at fair value through profit or loss. Debt instruments may be designated as being measured at fair value through profit or loss to eliminate or reduce an accounting mismatch or if the instruments are measured and their performance evaluated on a fair value basis in accordance with a documented risk management or investment strategy.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the company’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

1.10
Equity instruments

Equity instruments issued by the company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of transaction costs. Dividends payable on equity instruments are recognised as liabilities once they are no longer at the discretion of the company.

1.11
Taxation

The tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 21 -
Current tax

The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the profit and loss account because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The company’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting end date.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all timing differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the timing difference arises from goodwill or from the initial recognition of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the tax profit nor the accounting profit.

 

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting end date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the profit and loss account, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when the company has a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and the deferred tax assets and liabilities relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority.

1.12
Employee benefits

The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense, unless those costs are required to be recognised as part of the cost of stock or fixed assets.

 

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

 

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the company is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

1.13
Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

1.14
Foreign exchange

Transactions in currencies other than pounds sterling are recorded at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the transactions. At each reporting end date, monetary assets and liabilities that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the reporting end date. Gains and losses arising on translation in the period are included in profit or loss.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 22 -
2
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the company’s accounting policies, the directors are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

Critical judgements

The following judgements (apart from those involving estimates) have had the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements.

Stock provision

Stocks carry an inherent risk factor relating to obsolescence, returns and warranties. Directors have provided for impairment over the year end stock balance based on historical data and/ or anticipated future effects based on the most relevant reliably information available to them.

Bad debt provision

Trade debtors carry an inherent risk factor related to recoverability. The directors have provided for a bad debt provision over the year end trade debtors balance based on their knowledge of the customer, past experience and the most relevant reliable information to them.

3
Turnover and other revenue
2023
2022
£
£
Turnover analysed by class of business
Sale of Goods
144,776,645
87,915,240
2023
2022
£
£
Other significant revenue
Interest income
2,203
3
Related party loan write off
82,729
984,973
Other income
69,471
1,943
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 23 -
4
Operating profit
2023
2022
Operating profit for the year is stated after charging/(crediting):
£
£
Exchange differences apart from those arising on financial instruments measured at fair value through profit or loss
(109,809)
-
0
Related party loan write off
(82,729)
(984,973)
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets
435,195
112,447
Amortisation of intangible assets
-
840,000
5
Auditor's remuneration
2023
2022
Fees payable to the company's auditor and associates:
£
£
For audit services
Audit of the financial statements of the company
20,000
20,000
For other services
Taxation compliance services
750
-
0
All other non-audit services
1,000
-
0
1,750
-
6
Employees

The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:

2023
2022
Number
Number
88
35
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
6
Employees
(Continued)
- 24 -

Their aggregate remuneration comprised:

2023
2022
£
£
Wages and salaries
3,031,903
1,859,598
Social security costs
194,596
135,560
Pension costs
25,700
12,537
3,252,199
2,007,695
7
Directors' remuneration
2023
2022
£
£
Remuneration for qualifying services
132,681
120,906
8
Interest receivable and similar income
2023
2022
£
£
Interest income
Interest on bank deposits
2,203
3
9
Taxation
2023
2022
£
£
Current tax
UK corporation tax on profits for the current period
4,678,250
1,671,242
Deferred tax
Origination and reversal of timing differences
52,044
119,842
Total tax charge
4,730,294
1,791,084
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
9
Taxation
(Continued)
- 25 -

The actual charge for the year can be reconciled to the expected charge for the year based on the profit or loss and the standard rate of tax as follows:

2023
2022
£
£
Profit before taxation
19,864,159
9,906,986
Expected tax charge based on the standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 23.5% (2022: 19%)
4,672,249
1,882,327
Tax effect of income not taxable in determining taxable profit
(22,370)
(187,145)
Effect of change in corporation tax rate
37,845
-
0
Permanent capital allowances in excess of depreciation
42,570
95,902
Taxation charge for the year
4,730,294
1,791,084
10
Dividends
2023
2022
£
£
Interim paid
1,640,000
10,000
11
Intangible fixed assets
Goodwill
£
Cost
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
840,000
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
840,000
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2023
-
0
At 31 December 2022
-
0
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 26 -
12
Tangible fixed assets
Plant and equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Motor vehicles
Total
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 January 2023
914,190
52,796
-
0
966,986
Additions
332,595
131,668
42,205
506,468
At 31 December 2023
1,246,785
184,464
42,205
1,473,454
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2023
165,971
39,420
-
0
205,391
Depreciation charged in the year
388,802
37,952
8,441
435,195
At 31 December 2023
554,773
77,372
8,441
640,586
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2023
692,012
107,092
33,764
832,868
At 31 December 2022
748,219
13,376
-
0
761,595
13
Stocks
2023
2022
£
£
Finished goods and goods for resale
18,115,920
15,592,430
14
Debtors
2023
2022
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
17,065,577
11,574,858
Corporation tax recoverable
818,541
-
0
Amounts owed by group undertakings
57,023
839,461
Other debtors
367,504
270,750
Prepayments and accrued income
53,480
52,720
18,362,125
12,737,789
AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 27 -
15
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2023
2022
£
£
Trade creditors
5,089,052
6,158,515
Amounts owed to group undertakings
2,283,712
1,939,249
Corporation tax
-
0
1,815,616
Other taxation and social security
2,192,244
2,444,332
Other creditors
3,000,000
6,240,210
Accruals and deferred income
1,775,936
1,008,831
14,340,944
19,606,753
16
Deferred taxation

The following are the major deferred tax liabilities and assets recognised by the company and movements thereon:

Liabilities
Liabilities
2023
2022
Balances:
£
£
Accelerated capital allowances
171,886
119,842
2023
Movements in the year:
£
Liability at 1 January 2023
119,842
Charge to profit or loss
52,044
Liability at 31 December 2023
171,886
17
Retirement benefit schemes
2023
2022
Defined contribution schemes
£
£
Charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes
25,700
12,537

The company operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the company in an independently administered fund.

AQL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
- 28 -
18
Share capital
2023
2022
2023
2022
Ordinary share capital
Number
Number
£
£
Issued and fully paid
Ordinary shares of £1 each
100
100
100
100
19
Related party transactions

Summary of transactions with group companies

The Company has taken advantage of the exemption in FRS 102 Section 33 from the requirement to disclose transactions with group companies on the grounds that consolidated financial statements are prepared by its parent group.

 

Summary of transactions with key management

During the year key management received advances/credits totalling £5,650 (2022 - £138,830) and made repayments of £Nil (2022 - £63,095). During the year dividends of £Nil (2022 - £10,000) were paid to key management. At the balance sheet date the amount due from key management was £188,495 (2022 - £182,845).

 

Summary of transactions with related parties

During the year, the company received £Nil (2022: £1,500,000) in the form of an interest free loan from Dawood Holdings Limited. At the balance sheet date the amount due to Dawood Holdings Limited was £Nil (2022 - £1,500,000) and the amount due from Dawood Holdings Limited was £70,000 (2022: £Nil)

 

During the year, the company received £Nil (2022: £3,000,000) in the form of an interest free loan from Makan Investments Limited and repaid £250,000 (2022: £Nil) the loan to Makan Investments. At the balance sheet date the amount due to Makan Investments Limited was £2,750,000 (2022 - £3,000,000)

 

During the year, the company received £Nil (2022: £990,210) in the form of an interest free loan from Northwold Investments Limited and repaid £740,210 (2022: £Nil) the loan to Northwold Investments. At the balance sheet date the amount due to Northwold Investments Limited was £250,000 (2022 - £990,210)

20
Ultimate controlling party

The company's immediate parent is Myee Limited, incorporated in England & Wales.

 

The ultimate controlling enity is Myee Limited, incorporated in England & Wales.

 

The ultimate controlling party is both Mehrunisha Patel and Mubarak Patel by virtue of their equal ownership of Myee Limited.

 

Myee Limited is the smallest and largest group to consolidate these financial statements. Copies of the Myee Limited consolidated financial statements are available from Companies House. Myee Limited registered office address is: Lynstock House Lynstock Way, Lostock, Bolton, England, BL6 4SA.

2023-12-312023-01-01falseCCH SoftwareCCH Accounts Production 2024.210M PatelE Kathradafalsefalse85994662023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:Director12023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:Director22023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:RegisteredOffice2023-01-012023-12-3185994662023-12-3185994662021-08-012022-12-318599466core:RetainedEarningsAccumulatedLosses2021-08-012022-12-318599466core:RetainedEarningsAccumulatedLosses2023-01-012023-12-3185994662022-12-318599466core:PlantMachinery2023-12-318599466core:FurnitureFittings2023-12-318599466core:MotorVehicles2023-12-318599466core:PlantMachinery2022-12-318599466core:FurnitureFittings2022-12-318599466core:MotorVehicles2022-12-318599466core:CurrentFinancialInstrumentscore:WithinOneYear2023-12-318599466core:CurrentFinancialInstrumentscore:WithinOneYear2022-12-318599466core:CurrentFinancialInstruments2023-12-318599466core:CurrentFinancialInstruments2022-12-318599466core:ShareCapital2023-12-318599466core:ShareCapital2022-12-318599466core:RetainedEarningsAccumulatedLosses2023-12-318599466core:RetainedEarningsAccumulatedLosses2022-12-318599466core:ShareCapital2021-07-318599466core:RetainedEarningsAccumulatedLosses2021-07-3185994662021-07-318599466core:Goodwill2023-01-012023-12-318599466core:PlantMachinery2023-01-012023-12-318599466core:FurnitureFittings2023-01-012023-12-318599466core:UKTax2023-01-012023-12-318599466core:UKTax2021-08-012022-12-318599466core:Goodwill2022-12-318599466core:Goodwill2023-12-318599466core:Goodwill2022-12-318599466core:PlantMachinery2022-12-318599466core:FurnitureFittings2022-12-318599466core:MotorVehicles2022-12-3185994662022-12-318599466core:MotorVehicles2023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:PrivateLimitedCompanyLtd2023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:FRS1022023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:Audited2023-01-012023-12-318599466bus:FullAccounts2023-01-012023-12-31xbrli:purexbrli:sharesiso4217:GBP