Opal Gas Ltd business energy supplier profile
Opal Gas Ltd is a UK business gas supplier focused on commercial and non-domestic supply. Its website says it provides bespoke fixed-term pricing for businesses, plus published deemed and out-of-contract rates on its rates page, with customer support handled from Harrogate.
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Snapshot, in plain English
Is Opal Gas Ltd right for your business?
Licensed for 11 years with accounts currently filed. Sizing detail not yet independently researched, but the Companies House profile shows an established, active licensee suitable for single-site SME and mid-market multi-site contracts. Run standard counterparty due diligence before a 3-year commitment above £250k spend.
Risk band reasoning: Active, 11 years trading, accounts current.
| Your business | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Single site SME | Fit | Often competitive on single-site fixed rates. |
| Multi-site SME | Fit | Most mid-market suppliers handle multi-site billing. |
| I&C £250k to £1m spend | Possible | Check counterparty viability over a 3-year term. |
| I&C above £1m spend | Not suited | Below the scale threshold for I&C tenders. |
Quick facts
| Trading name | Opal Gas Ltd |
|---|---|
| Licence holder | |
| Supplies | Gas |
| Website | opalgas.com |
| Business phone | 0330 400 4444 |
| Email / contact | admin@opalgas.comContact page |
| Rate status | Published OOC rates |
Company data
Live data on the licence-holding companies behind Opal Gas Ltd, compiled by Purely Energy's independent research team and refreshed monthly.
Opal Gas Ltd out-of-contract and deemed rates
Published on the official rates page as monthly-reviewed business out-of-contract rates: Standing Charge (Daily) = Site Specific; Administration Charge (Daily) = £1.70; Unit Rate = 9.5 pence/kWh. Date shown on page: 2023-01-01 (page publication date), with rates described as current and subject to monthly review.
Opal Gas Ltd published rate page
If you are on deemed, default, rollover, variable, or Out-of-contract rates, ask for a written renewal quote and compare it against live market prices before agreeing a new contract.
Where your p/kWh actually goes
Indicative split for a UK I&C electricity bill in 2026, sourced from Cornwall Insight's non-commodity cost research. Your meter, region and contract type shift the exact mix, but the four components are always present.
- Wholesale energy, 38%Gas or power bought on the wholesale market. The figure most coverage focuses on.
- Non-commodity costs, 53%Network charges (DUoS, TNUoS), policy levies (RO, FiT, CfD, Capacity Market), CCL and balancing costs.
- Supplier margin, 6%What the supplier earns. Always priced into the unit rate.
- Broker margin, 3%What we earn for tendering and managing the contract. Shown separately on every Purely Energy quote.
Who Opal Gas Ltd may suit
Best fit for small-to-medium UK non-domestic gas customers that want a bespoke quote rather than a published tariff book. The published rates page suggests it serves business customers who may be on deemed or out-of-contract supply and need a negotiated fixed-term contract.
Trading name and licence-holder notes
The licence holder and legal entity appear to trade under the same brand name, Opal Gas Ltd / Opal Gas Limited. Companies House lists the entity as OPAL GAS LIMITED, while the customer-facing site uses Opal Gas Ltd.
Switching from Opal Gas Ltd to a fixed business contract
UK businesses can switch gas supply away from Opal Gas Ltd once their fixed contract ends, or after resolving any open objection or termination-window issue. The process is the same for every supplier on the non-domestic market, but a few checks done in the right order make the transfer materially faster.
- 1. Find your contract end date. It's on your last renewal letter or the most recent bill from Opal Gas Ltd. Most non-domestic contracts have a 1 to 6 month termination window before that date, outside of which you may auto-roll onto a new fixed term.
- 2. Get your MPRN ready. The 21-digit MPAN (electricity) and 6 to 10-digit MPRN (gas) uniquely identify each meter and are needed for any competing quote. Both appear on your bill.
- 3. Compare against the live market. Opal Gas Ltd publishes its out-of-contract rates online, so the gap between those and a current fixed offer is easy to quantify. Purely Energy can run your meters against the wider UK panel and come back with the cheapest fixed offers.
- 4. Settle the final bill and clear any objections. Opal Gas Ltd will issue a final bill within 6 weeks of supply transferring. If a balance is outstanding, they can object to the switch under industry rules, so clear it before the transfer date to avoid a hold.
- 5. Sign the new contract. Once the new supplier has your MPAN/MPRN and signed contract, the transfer typically completes within 4 to 8 weeks. There is no break in supply, you simply receive your first bill from the new supplier.
Need help with any of these steps? Our team handles the paperwork end-to-end as part of every quote.
Need help comparing Opal Gas Ltd?
Purely Energy can check your current rates, compare renewal options across gas suppliers, and review whether switching could reduce your business energy costs.
FAQs
Who supplies energy under the Opal Gas Ltd brand?+
The Ofgem non-domestic licence is held by OPAL GAS LTD., ultimately part of OPAL GAS LIMITED (Company No. 09403911). The trading name on your bill or contract may differ from the licence holder, which is normal and reflects how UK energy is regulated.
What is the Opal Gas Ltd business contact number?+
Opal Gas Ltd can be reached on 0330 400 4444 or by email at admin@opalgas.com. The official contact page is https://opalgas.com/contact.
Does Opal Gas Ltd publish out-of-contract rates?+
Opal Gas Ltd publishes deemed or out-of-contract rates online. Always check the latest version on the supplier's own page before relying on them, since rates can change at short notice.
Can I switch away from Opal Gas Ltd?+
In most cases, businesses can switch gas supply away from Opal Gas Ltd at the end of a fixed-term contract or after resolving any objections, debt, termination-window, or meter-data issues. The safest route is to check your contract terms, final bill position, and renewal dates before starting a transfer.
How long does it take to switch from Opal Gas Ltd?+
Once a new supplier has the meter point details (MPAN/MPRN) and a signed contract, a non-domestic switch typically completes within 4 to 8 weeks. Supply does not break: the new supplier takes over billing on the transfer date.
Is Opal Gas Ltd a UK-licensed supplier?+
Yes. Opal Gas Ltd is on the Ofgem non-domestic licensee register for gas. Ofgem maintains the official register at ofgem.gov.uk.
What are out-of-contract business energy rates?+
Out-of-contract rates are the prices a business pays when no fixed-term contract is in place with its supplier. They can be materially higher than negotiated contract rates, so businesses should check their contract end date and renewal window before they expire.
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Sources
Public data this profile is built from. Always verify rate and contract details on the supplier's own website before relying on them.