Trading Terms & Conditions
Latest update: 01 November 2023
TRADING terms & conditions
Interpetation
The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined below, in the “Definition” section of “Our Terms & Conditions”.
The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form, and shall be interpreted as per the “Interpretation” section of “Our Terms & Conditions”.
CONDITIONS
Any additional works not stated on Our invoices/quotes will require a separate agreement to be confirmed before any work is carried out.
Acceptance of any of Our quotes is subject to Apollo Stone Group's Terms & Conditions & Trading Terms & Conditions.
Please contact any of Our operatives, should you have any queries, either concerning logistics or deliveries.
Should You have any queries with any part of any of Our quotes/invoices, please contact Us immediately. Where possible, please issue an aknowledgement within 2 working days.
Apollo Stone Group remain owners of all goods purchased until such time as they have been paid for in full. Apollo Stone Group reserve the right to retrieve and resell any goods that are not paid for in full. This applies to all goods supplied by Apollo Stone Group and to any money owing in respect of any transaction.
Under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2002, Apollo Stone Group may exercise their statutory right to charge interest and an administration charge on all overdue invoices.
Apollo Stone Group reserves the right to amend these Trading Terms and Conditions, from time to time, without prior notice, however all amendments will be taken note of and distributed to all relevant parties to review.
All invoices/quotes issued qualify for the 2.5% discount detailed below.
The Company "Apollo Stone Group", hereinafter referred to as "Company A," hereby accepts and agrees to abide by the payment terms and conditions specified by the Company noted, but not limited to, in the "Quote issued to" or "Bill to” line in all relevant documents, hereinafter referred to as "Company B," in all business transactions.
Company A acknowledges that payment for invoices issued by Company A shall be made in accordance with the payment terms agreed upon, as specified in Company B's purchase orders or any other relevant agreements, or unless a payment date is agreed, within 30 days of getting Our invoice or the goods or service.
Early Payment 2.5% Discount
You are eligible for a 2.5% discount on the total invoice amount if payment is made in full and received by the due date outlined in section “Conditions” above.
The payment due date is typically as specified in Company B's purchase orders or any other relevant agreements, or unless a payment date is agreed, within 30 days of getting Our invoice or the goods or service.
To qualify for the early payment discount, the payment must be received in Our designated bank account on or before the due date.
The early payment discount is applicable to the invoice total before any applicable taxes, fees, or shipping charges.
This discount is valid only for payments made by the specified due date. Payments received after the due date are not eligible for the discount.
The early payment discount cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions, unless otherwise specified.
Failure to make payment by the due date will result in the forfeiture of the early payment discount.
Payment Terms & Compensation for Outstanding Invoices
In the event that Company B fails to make payments for invoices issued by Company A within the agreed-upon payment terms, Company B shall be liable to pay compensation to Company A. The compensation shall be calculated as a fixed percentage or interest rate, specified by Company A, on the total outstanding amount of the invoice, accruing from seven (7) calendar days after the due date, on a daily basis, until the date of payment.
Company A shall notify Company B of any outstanding invoices and the applicable compensation charges in writing or via electronic communication.
Company B shall be given a reasonable grace period to settle the outstanding amount and compensation.
In case of any disputes or discrepancies related to the outstanding invoices or compensation charges, both parties agree to engage in good faith negotiations to resolve the matter. If a resolution cannot be reached through negotiation, the matter may be subject to legal proceedings in accordance with the relevant applicable laws.
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
By accepting any of Our quotes, You are therefore accepting Apollo Stone Group’s Terms and Conditions & Trading Terms & Conditions.
Suspension of Services for Outstanding Invoices :
In the event that any outstanding invoices issued by Company A to Company B remain unpaid for a period of one (1) months or more from their respective due dates, Company A reserves the right to suspend all services and withdraw its labor force from Company B's project sites without further notice.
Upon suspension, Company A shall have no obligation to provide any further materials, goods, or services to Company B until the outstanding invoices are settled in full, including any accrued compensation charges as per the terms detailed in the "Payment Terms and Compensation for Outstanding Invoices" section of this agreement.
Upon receipt of full payment for the outstanding invoices, including any compensation charges, Company A will promptly resume the provision of materials, goods, and services to Company B, provided that all other terms and conditions of this agreement remain in force.
Company A shall not be liable for any losses, damages, or costs incurred by Company B or any third parties due to the suspension of services and labor withdrawal resulting from outstanding invoices.