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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED










ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

 
SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

COMPANY INFORMATION


Director
B J Newton 




Registered number
02620572



Registered office
Chiltern House
45 Station Road

Henley-on-Thames

Oxfordshire

RG9 1AT




Independent auditor
James Cowper Kreston Audit
Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditor

Reading Bridge House

George Street

Reading

Berkshire

RG1 8LS




Bankers
HSBC UK Bank plc
Stratus House

Emperor Way

Exeter Business Park

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3QS





 
SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

CONTENTS



Page
Strategic Report
1 - 4
Director's Report
5 - 6
Independent Auditor's Report
7 - 9
Statement of Comprehensive Income
10
Balance Sheet
11
Statement of Changes in Equity
12 - 13
Notes to the Financial Statements
14 - 29


 
SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Principal activity
 
The principal activity of the company is the storage, transportation and distribution of marine gas oil  primarily within the United Kingdom.

Business review
 
SBL is one of the UK’s largest independent marine fuel suppliers, maintaining a strong market position through its expertise and reliable supply chain. The company specializes in the marketing, sale, and distribution of marine fuel products, sourcing from dedicated storage locations, trusted supply partners, and reputable oil refineries—providing significant competitive advantages.

To ensure a consistent and high-quality fuel supply, SBL directly manages transportation from UK-based refineries, maintaining full control over logistics and guaranteeing reliability.

SBL operates its own fleet of dedicated vessels and road tankers and continues to provide direct bunkering services and third-party shipping solutions.

In 2024, oil prices fluctuated due to geopolitical tensions, supply shifts, and economic factors. Prices initially surged amid conflicts in the Middle East and supply concerns but later declined, with Brent crude falling below $70 per barrel by mid-September—the first time since 2021. This drop reflected improved supply conditions and weaker global demand. Overall, the year was marked by volatility, with a slightly downward price trend.

SBL successfully navigated these market conditions by leveraging its expertise and risk management strategies to mitigate supply risks. A robust financial facility ensures the necessary cash flow to support working capital and acquisitions.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Financial and non-financial key performance indicators
 
Despite market fluctuations, strategic initiatives have driven a 4% increase in volume while maintaining cost efficiency.
 
Turnover for 2024 was £279m (2023 £294m ). The 5% decrease reflects lower fuel prices rather than a decline in operational performance.

Operating profit before interest and tax (excluding FRS 102 hedge accounting adjustments) for 2024 was £2.65m (2023 £2.23m ). Internal efficiencies have reduced shipping costs per metric ton despite rising global costs.

Whilst interest costs have risen to £1.17m in 2024 (2023 £1.15m), strong credit control and cash management have minimized overall borrowing costs per metric ton.

Outlook and Strategic Prospects

Supply and demand are expected to remain stable, providing a solid foundation for operations. SBL will continue to proactively secure new customers while identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Through strategic initiatives and a strong commitment to growth, the company aims to expand its market presence and further strengthen its industry position.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
SBL measures success through key performance indicators (KPIs), including:

Volume Growth and Operating Profit – Indicators of market expansion and profitability.
°Strategic initiatives have driven a 4% increase in physical volume.
°Operating profit has risen 14%, from £2.2m in 2023 to £2.6m in 2024.

Effective Risk Management – Addressing oil price volatility, logistics costs, and currency fluctuations.
°Newly introduced hedging strategies have successfully mitigated oil price volatility and managed backwardation in the futures market.
°Internal efficiencies have reduced shipping costs per metric ton, despite global cost pressures.

Principal risks and uncertainties
 
The primary risk to the business is marine distillate price volatility, managed through physical trades and derivatives. Logistical costs associated with fuel transportation also impact profitability.

SBL employs various financial instruments, including trade finance, fuel price hedging, cash management, and foreign exchange hedging, to raise finance and mitigate financial risks.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Financial risk management objectives and policies
 
SBL faces several financial risks, including:
Market risk
Exposure to oil price fluctuations managed through hedging contracts and monitoring of geopolitical and demand shifts affecting MGO prices.
Currency risk
Exchange rate risk mitigated through forward exchange contracts and trading in sterling where possible.
Liquidity risk
Ensuring sufficient liquidity  for operations managed by cash flow monitoring, managing inventory and tight credit control processes.
Interest rate risk
The company is exposed to interest rate risk though its trade loan which it uses to finance its operations. The company does not hedge its exposure to interest rate risk.
Credit risk
The risk of bad debt is managed through customer due diligence checks, regular credit limit reviews, and ongoing monitoring of counterparties' performance, acting when there is a significant risk of contractual non-performance. 

Director's statement of compliance with duty to promote the success of the Company
 
In accordance with Section 172 of the UK Companies Act 2006, the Directors of Sea Bunkering Ltd (SBL) are committed to acting in a manner that promotes the long-term success of the company for the benefit of its stakeholders. The Board adheres to the following key principles:

Risk Management: Operating in a highly regulated industry, SBL adopts a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks. The company continuously enhances its risk management framework to safeguard operational resilience and financial stability.
Our People: SBL is committed to fostering a high-performance work environment by investing in talent, upholding strong ethical standards, and promoting a culture of integrity, collaboration, and professional development.
Business Relationships: The company prioritizes sustainable growth by maintaining long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with customers and suppliers. These partnerships are integral to ensuring supply reliability, operational efficiency, and service excellence.
Community and Environment: SBL actively contributes to the communities in which it operates and is committed to minimizing its environmental impact. The company leverages its industry expertise to support local initiatives and explore sustainable practices within its operations.

By adhering to these principles, SBL remains focused on sustainable growth, operational excellence, and delivering long-term value to its stakeholders.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


This report was approved by the board and signed on its behalf.



B J Newton
Director

Date: 9 May 2025

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The director presents his report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Director's responsibilities statement

The director is responsible for preparing the Strategic Report, the Director's Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
 
Company law requires the director to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the director has elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), including Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland'. Under company law the director must not approve the financial statements unless he is 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 director is required to:


select suitable accounting policies for the Company's financial statements and then apply them consistently;

make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;

state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;

prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Company will continue in business.

The director is 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 to enable him to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006He is 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.

Going concern

The financial position of the group, its liquidity position and principal risks and uncertainties are described in the Strategic report.
The group has remained committed to growth, developing new business opportunities, strengthening its balance sheet and above all, focusing on providing value to its customers beyond best price. This value includes leveraging off the company’s market knowledge and its unique expertise, which enables the group to limit customers’ exposure to price volatility, supply issues and quality.
As a result, the director believes that the group has adequate resources to continue operations for the foreseeable future being a period of not less that twelve months from the date of signing the financial statements. Accordingly, he continues to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.

Results and dividends

The profit for the year, after taxation, amounted to £896,114 (2023 - £951,750).

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
DIRECTOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


Director

The director who served during the year was:

B J Newton 

Future developments

See strategic report.

Engagement with suppliers, customers and others

See strategic report.

Disclosure of information to auditor


The director at the time when this Director's Report is approved has confirmed that:
 
so far as  is aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the Company's auditor is unaware, and

 has taken all the steps that ought to have been taken as a director in order to be aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the Company's auditor is aware of that information.

Post balance sheet events

There have been no significant events affecting the Company since the year end.

Auditor

The auditor, James Cowper Kreston Auditwill be proposed for reappointment in accordance with section 485 of the Companies Act 2006.

This report was approved by the board and signed on its behalf.
 





B J Newton
Director

Date: 9 May 2025

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

Opinion


We have audited the financial statements of Sea Bunkering Limited (the 'Company') for the year ended 31 December 2024, which comprise the Statement of Comprehensive Income, the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policiesThe financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 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:


give a true and fair view of the state of the Company's affairs as at 31 December 2024 and of its profit for the year then ended;
have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.


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 United Kingdom, including the Financial Reporting Council'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 director's 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 director 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 director is responsible for the other information contained within the Annual ReportOur 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.


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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SEA BUNKERING LIMITED (CONTINUED)


Opinion on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006
 

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


the information given in the Strategic Report and the Director's Report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and
the Strategic Report and the Director's Report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.


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 Strategic Report or the Director's Report.


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


adequate accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or
the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
certain disclosures of director's remuneration specified by law are not made; or
we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.


Responsibilities of directors
 

As explained more fully in the Director's Responsibilities Statement set out on page 5, the director is 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 director determines 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 director is 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 director either intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.


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. Mistatements 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.


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 2006Our 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.


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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SEA BUNKERING LIMITED (CONTINUED)





Alan Poole BA (Hons) FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor)
  
for and on behalf of
James Cowper Kreston Audit
 
Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditor
  
Reading Bridge House
George Street
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 8LS

12 May 2025
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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

As restated
2024
2023
Note
£
£

  

Turnover
 4 
278,870,912
293,815,364

Cost of sales
  
(274,535,155)
(289,086,049)

Gross profit
  
4,335,757
4,729,315

Administrative expenses
  
(2,260,610)
(2,496,585)

Operating profit
 5 
2,075,147
2,232,730

Interest payable and similar expenses
 9 
(1,171,101)
(1,154,468)

Profit before tax
  
904,046
1,078,262

Tax on profit
 10 
(7,932)
(126,512)

Profit for the financial year
  
896,114
951,750

Other comprehensive income for the year
  

Total comprehensive income for the year
  
896,114
951,750

The notes on pages 14 to 29 form part of these financial statements.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER: 02620572

BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

As restated
2024
2023
Note
£
£

Fixed assets
  

Tangible assets
 12 
2,615,915
2,776,218

  
2,615,915
2,776,218

Current assets
  

Stocks
 13 
13,477,152
11,248,513

Debtors: amounts falling due within one year
 14 
20,872,907
20,834,873

Cash at bank and in hand
 15 
620,530
694,426

  
34,970,589
32,777,812

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
 16 
(24,664,246)
(23,100,933)

Net current assets
  
 
 
10,306,343
 
 
9,676,879

Total assets less current liabilities
  
12,922,258
12,453,097

Provisions for liabilities
  

Deferred tax
 18 
(633,554)
(677,170)

  
 
 
(633,554)
 
 
(677,170)

Net assets
  
12,288,704
11,775,927


Capital and reserves
  

Called up share capital 
 19 
10,000
10,000

Profit and loss account
  
12,278,704
11,765,927

  
12,288,704
11,775,927


The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf by: 




B J Newton
Director

Date: 9 May 2025

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


Called up share capital
Profit and loss account
Total equity

£
£
£

At 1 January 2024 as previously stated
10,000
12,365,235
12,375,235

Prior year adjustment - correction of error
-
(599,308)
(599,308)

At 1 January 2024 (as restated)
10,000
11,765,927
11,775,927


Comprehensive income for the year

Profit for the year
-
896,114
896,114
Total comprehensive income for the year
-
896,114
896,114


Contributions by and distributions to owners

Dividends: Equity capital
-
(383,337)
(383,337)


Total transactions with owners
-
(383,337)
(383,337)


At 31 December 2024
10,000
12,278,704
12,288,704


The notes on pages 14 to 29 form part of these financial statements.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023


Called up share capital
Profit and loss account
Total equity

£
£
£

At 1 January 2023
10,000
11,145,514
11,155,514



Profit for the year as restated
-
951,750
951,750
Total comprehensive income for the year
-
951,750
951,750


Contributions by and distributions to owners

Dividends: Equity capital
-
(331,337)
(331,337)


Total transactions with owners
-
(331,337)
(331,337)


At 31 December 2023 as restated
10,000
11,765,927
11,775,927


The notes on pages 14 to 29 form part of these financial statements.

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SEA BUNKERING LIMITED
 

 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1.


General information

Sea Bunkering Limited is a private company limited by shares and incorporated in England and Wales. Its registered head office and principal place of business is Chiltern House, 45 Station Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1AT.

2.Accounting policies

 
2.1

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise specified within these accounting policies and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006.

The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Company's accounting policies (see note 3).

The following principal accounting policies have been applied:

 
2.2

Financial Reporting Standard 102 - reduced disclosure exemptions

The Company has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemptions in preparing these financial statements, as permitted by the FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland":
the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows;
the requirements of Section 3 Financial Statement Presentation paragraph 3.17(d).

This information is included in the consolidated financial statements of Geos Group Limited as at 31 December 2024 and these financial statements may be obtained from Companies House.

 
2.3

Going concern

The financial position of the group, its liquidity position and principal risks and uncertainties are described in the Strategic report.
The company has remained committed to growth, developing new business opportunities, strengthening its balance sheet and above all, focusing on providing value to its customers beyond best price. This value includes leveraging off the company’s market knowledge and its unique expertise, which enables the group to limit customers’ exposure to price volatility, supply issues and quality.
As a result, the director believes that the company has adequate resources to continue operations for the foreseeable future being a period of not less that twelve months from the date of signing the financial statements. Accordingly, he continues to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.

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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.4

Revenue

Revenue is recognised in respect of the sale of marine fuel at the date of delivery and acceptance of bunkers.

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. The following criteria must also be met before revenue is recognised:

Sale of goods

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when all of the following conditions are satisfied:
the Company has transferred the significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer;
the Company retains neither continuing managerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership nor effective control over the goods sold;
the amount of revenue can be measured reliably;
it is probable that the Company will receive the consideration due under the transaction; and
the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

 
2.5

Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets under the cost model are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to bringing the asset to the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner intended by management.

Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.

Depreciation is provided on the following basis:

Plant and machinery
-
25 years
Motor vehicles
-
4 years
Fixtures and fittings
-
15 years
Computer equipment
-
5 years

The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date.

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in profit or loss.

 
2.6

Operating leases: the Company as lessee

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 
2.7

Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.8

Debtors

Short-term debtors are measured at transaction price, less any impairment. Loans receivable are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment.

 
2.9

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash is represented by cash in hand and deposits with financial institutions repayable without penalty on notice of not more than 24 hours. Cash equivalents are highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with insignificant risk of change in value.

 
2.10

Financial instruments

The Company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 “Basic Financial Instruments” 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 trade and other debtors, cash and bank balances, are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusted for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial assets that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss) and are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any provision for impairment, 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.

Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial. The Company's cash and cash equivalents, trade and most other debtors due with the operating cycle fall into this category of financial instruments.

Impairment of financial assets

At the end of each reporting period financial assets measured at amortised cost are assessed for objective evidence of impairment. 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. 

Financial assets are impaired when events, subsequent to their initial recognition, indicate the estimated future cash flows derived from the financial asset(s) have been adversely impacted. The impairment loss will be the difference between the current carrying amount and the present value of the future cash flows at the asset(s) original effective interest rate.

If there is a favourable change in relation to the events surrounding the impairment loss then the impairment can be reviewed for possible reversal. The reversal will not cause the current carrying amount to exceed the original carrying amount had the impairment not been recognised. The impairment reversal is recognised in the profit or loss.

Basic financial liabilities

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)


2.10
Financial instruments (continued)

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 the deduction of all its liabilities.

Basic financial liabilities, which include trade and other creditors, bank loans and other loans are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusting for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss). When this constitutes a financing transaction, whereby the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest, discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial.

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

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

Other financial instruments

Derivatives, including forward exchange contracts, futures contracts and interest rate swaps, are not classified as basic financial instruments. These are initially recognised at fair value on the date the derivative contract is entered into, with costs being charged to the profit or loss. They are subsequently measured at fair value with changes in the profit or loss.

Debt instruments that do not meet the conditions as set out in FRS 102 paragraph 11.9 are subsequently measured at fair value through the profit or loss. This recognition and measurement would also apply to financial instruments where the performance is evaluated on a fair value basis as with a documented risk management or investment strategy.

Derecognition of financial instruments

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial assets are derecognised when their contractual right to future cash flow expire, or are settled, or when the Company transfers the asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to another party. If significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained after the transfer to another party, then the Company will continue to recognise the value of the portion of the risks and rewards retained.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the Company's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

Derivatives, including oil price hedges 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. The company does not currently apply hedge accounting for interest rate and foreign exchange derivatives.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.11

Creditors

Short-term creditors are measured at the transaction price. Other financial liabilities, including bank loans, are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

 
2.12

Foreign currency translation

Functional and presentation currency

The Company's functional and presentational currency is GBP.

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the spot exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.

At each period end foreign currency monetary items are translated using the closing rate. Non-monetary items measured at historical cost are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction and non-monetary items measured at fair value are measured using the exchange rate when fair value was determined.

Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of transactions and from the translation at period-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges.

Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings and cash and cash equivalents are presented in the Statement of Comprehensive Income within 'finance income or costs'. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in profit or loss within 'other operating income'.

 
2.13

Finance costs

Finance costs are charged to profit or loss over the term of the debt using the effective interest method so that the amount charged is at a constant rate on the carrying amount. Issue costs are initially recognised as a reduction in the proceeds of the associated capital instrument.

 
2.14

Dividends

Equity dividends are recognised when they become legally payable. Interim equity dividends are recognised when paid. Final equity dividends are recognised when approved by the shareholders at an annual general meeting.

 
2.15

Pensions

Defined contribution pension plan

The Company operates a defined contribution plan for its employees. A defined contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Company pays fixed contributions into a separate entity. Once the contributions have been paid the Company has no further payment obligations.

The contributions are recognised as an expense in profit or loss when they fall due. Amounts not paid are shown in accruals as a liability in the Balance Sheet. The assets of the plan are held separately from the Company in independently administered funds.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.16

Borrowing costs

All borrowing costs are recognised in profit or loss in the year in which they are incurred.

 
2.17

Provisions for liabilities

Provisions are recognised when an event has taken place that gives rise to a legal or constructive obligation, a transfer of economic benefits is probable and a reliable estimate can be made.
Provisions are measured as the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation, taking into account the related risks and uncertainties.
 
Increases in provisions are generally charged as an expense to profit or loss.

The company recognises a provision for annual leave accrued by employees as a result of services rendered in the current period and which employees are entitled to carry forward and use within the next 12 months. The provision is measured as the salary costs payable for the period of absence.

 
2.18

Current and deferred taxation

The tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in profit or loss except that a charge attributable to an item of income and expense recognised as other comprehensive income or to an item recognised directly in equity is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates income.

Deferred tax balances are recognised in respect of all timing differences that have originated but not reversed by the balance sheet date, except that:
The recognition of deferred tax assets is limited to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits; and
Any deferred tax balances are reversed if and when all conditions for retaining associated tax allowances have been met.

Deferred tax balances are not recognised in respect of permanent differences except in respect of business combinations, when deferred tax is recognised on the differences between the fair values of assets acquired and the future tax deductions available for them and the differences between the fair values of liabilities acquired and the amount that will be assessed for tax. Deferred tax is determined using tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date.


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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

  
2.19

Impairment of non-financial assets

At each reporting date fixed assets are reviewed to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If there is an indication of possible impairment, the recoverable amount of any affected asset is estimated and compared with its carrying amount. If the estimated recoverable amount is lower, the carrying amount is reduced to its estimated recoverable amount, and an impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Comprehensive Income.
IIf an impairment loss subsequently reversed, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but not in excess of the amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset is prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Comprehensive Income.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

3.


Judgments in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty

The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Estimates are based on historical experience and other assumptions that are considered reasonable in the circumstances. The actual amount or values may vary in certain instances from the assumptions and estimates made. Changes will be recorded, with corresponding effect in the Statement of Comprehensive Income, when, and if, better information is obtained.
Information about assumptions and estimation uncertainties that have a significant risk of resulting in material adjustment within the next financial year are included below.
Critical judgements that management has made in the process of applying accounting policies disclosed herein and that have a significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements relates to the following:
Provisions
In recognising provisions, the company evaluates the extent to which it is probable that it has incurred a legal or constructive obligation in respect of past events and the probability that there will be an outflow of benefits as a result. The judgements used to recognise provisions are based on currently known factors which may vary over time, resulting in changes in the measurement of recorded amounts as compared to initial estimates.
Stocks
Management applies judgement at each balance sheet date position to estimate the net realisable values of stock, taking into account the most reliable evidence at each reporting date.
Fixed assets
Management reviews its estimate of the useful lives of depreciable assets at each reporting date, based on the expected utility of the assets. Uncertainties in these estimates relate to obsolescence and "wear and tear" that may change the utility of certain plant and machinery.
Where there are indicators of impairment of individual assets, management perform impairment tests based on the fair value less costs to sell at a value in use calculation. The value in use calculation is based on a discounted cash flow model, cash flows being based on budgets and estimated discount rates.
In undertaking this impairment assessment, the director has taken into consideration the benefits that the Blyth terminal brings to the performance of the company's other terminals.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

4.


Turnover

An analysis of turnover by class of business is as follows:


2024
2023
£
£

Marine fuel sales
278,870,912
293,815,364

278,870,912
293,815,364


Analysis of turnover by country of destination:

2024
2023
£
£

United Kingdom
213,601,248
215,865,296

Rest of Europe
41,476,584
58,455,558

Rest of the world
23,793,080
19,494,510

278,870,912
293,815,364



5.


Operating profit

The operating profit is stated after charging:

2024
2023
£
£

Exchange differences
39,238
4,605

Other operating lease rentals
119,570
146,970


6.


Auditor's remuneration

During the year, the Company obtained the following services from the Company's auditor and its associates:


2024
2023
£
£

Fees payable to the Company's auditor and its associates for the audit of the Company's financial statements
41,150
38,900

Fees payable to the Company's auditor and its associates in respect of:

Taxation compliance services
6,200
5,850

All taxation advisory services not included above
3,400
3,250

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

7.


Employees

Staff costs, including director's remuneration, were as follows:


2024
2023
£
£

Wages and salaries
995,428
1,081,460

Social security costs
111,713
131,314

Cost of defined contribution scheme
107,356
147,252

1,214,497
1,360,026


The average monthly number of employees, including the director, during the year was as follows:


        2024
        2023
            No.
            No.







Director
1
1



Administration
18
18

19
19


8.


Director's remuneration

2024
2023
£
£

Director's emoluments
48,676
47,986

Company contributions to defined contribution pension schemes
33,000
33,000

81,676
80,986


During the year retirement benefits were accruing to no directors (2023 - NIL) in respect of defined contribution pension schemes.


9.


Interest payable and similar expenses

2024
2023
£
£


Bank interest payable
1,171,101
1,154,468

1,171,101
1,154,468

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

10.


Taxation


As restated
2024
2023
£
£

Corporation tax


Current tax on profits for the year
51,548
204,814

Adjustments in respect of previous periods
-
(33,642)


51,548
171,172


Total current tax
51,548
171,172

Deferred tax


Origination and reversal of timing differences
(43,616)
(44,660)

Total deferred tax
(43,616)
(44,660)


7,932
126,512

Factors affecting tax charge for the year

The tax assessed for the year is higher than (2023 - higher than) the standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 25% (2023 - 23.5%). The differences are explained below:

As restated
2024
2023
£
£


Profit on ordinary activities before tax
904,046
1,078,262


Profit on ordinary activities multiplied by standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 25% (2023 - 23.5%)
226,012
253,613

Effects of:


Expenses not deductible for tax purposes, other than goodwill amortisation and impairment
1,239
1,241

Capital allowances for year in excess of depreciation
-
(318)

Remeasurement of deferred tax for changes in tax rates
-
(2,638)

Adjustments to tax charge in respect of prior periods
-
(33,642)

Group relief
(219,319)
(91,744)

Total tax charge for the year
7,932
126,512


Factors that may affect future tax charges

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
 
10.Taxation (continued)

There were no factors that may affect future tax changes.


11.


Dividends

2024
2023
£
£


Interim dividend paid on equity capital
383,337
331,337

383,337
331,337


12.


Tangible fixed assets





Plant and machinery
Motor vehicles
Fixtures  and fittings
Computer equipment
Total

£
£
£
£
£



Cost or valuation


At 1 January 2024
4,008,879
16,000
136,626
68,357
4,229,862


Additions
11,748
-
12,684
3,798
28,230



At 31 December 2024

4,020,627
16,000
149,310
72,155
4,258,092



Depreciation


At 1 January 2024
1,381,595
667
17,978
53,404
1,453,644


Charge for the year on owned assets
160,805
4,000
9,803
13,925
188,533



At 31 December 2024

1,542,400
4,667
27,781
67,329
1,642,177



Net book value



At 31 December 2024
2,478,227
11,333
121,529
4,826
2,615,915



At 31 December 2023
2,627,284
15,333
118,648
14,953
2,776,218

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

13.


Stocks

As restated
2024
2023
£
£

Fuel stocks
13,477,152
11,248,513

13,477,152
11,248,513



14.


Debtors

2024
2023
£
£


Trade debtors
12,337,498
12,339,682

Amounts owed by group undertakings
5,628,520
5,597,980

Other debtors
1,862,129
1,772,802

Prepayments and accrued income
1,044,760
1,067,734

Financial instruments
-
56,675

20,872,907
20,834,873



15.


Cash and cash equivalents

2024
2023
£
£

Cash at bank and in hand
620,530
694,426

620,530
694,426


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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

16.


Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

2024
2023
£
£

Bank loans
10,697,628
15,532,073

Trade creditors
7,515,443
6,114,107

Amounts owed to group undertakings
400,000
700,000

Corporation tax
-
206,587

Other taxation and social security
514,172
210,004

Other creditors
4,578,950
206

Accruals and deferred income
378,468
337,956

Financial instruments
579,585
-

24,664,246
23,100,933


The company has a trade finance facility of £27,000,000 (2023: £24,000,000) and a loan facility of £Nil (2023: £Nill). 
The trade financing facility is secured by a debenture including fixed and floating charge over all assets and a guarantee from Geos Group Limited. It carried interest at LIBOR plus margin of 2.25%.
The derivative financial instruments above relate to Gasoil futures stated at the quoted market value.


17.


Financial instruments

As restated
2024
2023
£
£

Financial assets


Derivative financial instruments held at fair value
620,530
56,675

Financial assets that are debt instruments measured at amortised cost
19,153,619
19,023,048

Cash and cash equivalents
620,530
694,426

20,394,679
19,774,149


Financial liabilities


Derivative financial instruments held at fair value
(579,585)
-

Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost
(22,990,904)
(22,960,493)

(23,570,489)
(22,960,493)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

18.


Deferred taxation




2024


£






At beginning of year
(677,170)


Charged to profit or loss
43,616



At end of year
(633,554)

The provision for deferred taxation is made up as follows:

2024
2023
£
£


Accelerated capital allowances
(633,554)
(677,170)

(633,554)
(677,170)


19.


Share capital

2024
2023
£
£
Allotted, called up and fully paid



10,000 (2023 - 10,000) Ordinary shares of £1 each
10,000
10,000



20.


Prior year adjustment

During the preparation of the 2024 financial statements it was noted that the hedging adjustment in 2023 did not take into account the implications to stock and therefore stock and profit were both reduced at 31 December 2023 by £783,000.

As a result the comparative financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2023, have been restated to reflect the correction of this error. The adjustment required has been to reduce both stock held and to reduce retained earnings.

The tax implications on the above have also been taken into account and the subsquent tax charge and the tax creditor at 31 December 2023 were both overstated by £184,306


21.


Contingent liabilities

As at 31 December 2024 and at 31 December 2023 there were no contingent liabilities.


22.


Capital commitments

The company had no capital commitments at the end of the financial year 31 December 2024 (2023: £NIL).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

23.


Commitments under operating leases

At 31 December 2024 the Company had future minimum lease payments due under non-cancellable operating leases for each of the following periods:

2024
2023
£
£


Not later than 1 year
56,390
105,618

Later than 1 year and not later than 5 years
225,560
225,560

Later than 5 years
493,413
549,803

775,363
880,981


24.


Transactions with directors

At the year end amounts owed by the director totalled £1,155,465 (2023: £1,162,828) The maximum amount owed during the year was £1,164,933 (2023: £1,170,475).


25.


Related party transactions

As a wholly owned subsidiary, the company has taken advantage of the exemption in Financial Reporting Standard 102 paragraph 33 not to disclose transactions with other group companies, where 100% of the voting rights are controlled by the group.
The director considers key management personnel to comprise the members of the senior management team. The total employment benefits, including employer pension contributions for the senior management team were £385,938 (2023: £460,691).


26.


Controlling party

As at 31 December 2024 and at 31 December 2023 the immediate parent undertaking is Sea Bunkering Holding Limited, a company registered in England & Wales, by virtue of its 100% shareholding in the company. The ultimate parent undertaking is Geos Group Limited, a company registered in England & Wales, by virtue of its 100% shareholding in the immediate parent undertaking. Copies of the group financial statement of Geos Group Limited are available from Chiltern House, 45 Station Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1AT.
The ultimate controlling party is Barry J Newton, by virtue of his controlling shareholding in the ultimate parent undertaking. 

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