HOUGHTON PLC

Company Information

Company Number
00063827
Registered Address
Beacon Road, Trafford Park, Manchester, Lancashire, M17 1AF
Status
Active
Employee Count
168
Turnover
£11,586,000
EBITDA
£1,477,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
11 October 1899
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Education
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
54 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
12%
31-60 Days
58%
After 60 Days
29%
Not Paid Within Terms91%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2020-02-07
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201907 Feb 20205412%58%29%91%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20195311%61%29%93%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201806 Aug 20183620%62%18%88%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Payment terms are determined by the Procurement Department. Our standard terms are 60 days but other terms can be negotiated

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The Accounts Payable Department will query any disputed invoices with either the requestor of the goods/services or the Procurement Department. No invoices are processed as approved until all queries are resolved

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

HOUGHTON PLC is a multinational company that specializes in providing industrial fluids and services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and steel. The company was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in London, UK.

As part of their commitment to sustainability, HOUGHTON PLC has a dedicated program in place that focuses on reducing their environmental impact, promoting ethical business practices, and supporting the communities in which they operate. This includes initiatives such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting responsible water usage, and implementing sustainable sourcing practices.

Their products and services include metalworking fluids, corrosion preventatives, cleaners, and specialty lubricants. These are designed to improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability for their customers. HOUGHTON PLC also offers a range of technical support and consulting services to help their clients optimize their industrial processes.

The key people at HOUGHTON PLC include the CEO, Michael Shannon, and the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Jason Newlin. The company has a global presence with operations in over 75 countries and employs over 4,000 people worldwide.

For more information on HOUGHTON PLC, including their sustainability program and products and services, interested parties can visit their website at www.houghtonintl.com. Their registered office address is located at Houghton House, Ditchling Common, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0SJ, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,159,000
Net Worth
£10,491,000
Total Current Assets
£16,296,000
Total Current Liabilities
£6,504,000

Company Location