LINDT & SPRUNGLI (U.K.) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2024
69Fair
5.0vs last year
#3030 in UK
#108 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#1254 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00266337
Registered Address
Top Floor 4 New Square, Bedfont Lakes, Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 8HA
Status
Active
Employee Count
437
Turnover
£267,483,000
EBITDA
£37,026,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
20 June 1932
Nature of Business
46360 - Wholesale of sugar and chocolate and sugar confectionery
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
32 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
64%
31-60 Days
33%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms31%

Payment Features

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

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-01-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20253264%33%3%31%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202424 Jul 20243358%37%5%42%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202305 Jan 20243352%42%6%53%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202305 Jul 20233259%36%5%48%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202205 Jan 20233260%36%4%44%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202207 Jul 20223354%41%5%50%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202105 Jan 20223158%38%4%37%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202106 Jul 20213458%37%5%44%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202007 Jan 20213460%34%6%42%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201919 Jul 20193267%28%7%40%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20183357%38%5%78%

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

60 Days from invoice date

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

Selected suppliers moved to 60 day payment terms.

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes resolved through communication with the order originator. A name / contact number should be obtained at the point of order in order disputes can be addressed and resolved quickly.

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

LINDT & SPRUNGLI (U.K.) LIMITED is a British subsidiary of the Swiss chocolate company, LINDT & SPRUNGLI. The company is known for its high-quality chocolates and has a strong focus on sustainability.

Their sustainability program, called "Sustainability in Action," includes initiatives such as sourcing cocoa beans from sustainable and ethical suppliers, reducing their carbon footprint, and promoting recycling and waste reduction.

The company offers a wide range of products, including their famous Lindor truffles, chocolate bars, and seasonal treats. They also have a selection of vegan and lactose-free options.

The key people at LINDT & SPRUNGLI (U.K.) LIMITED include the managing director, Ernst Tanner, and the sustainability manager, Melanie Gilbert. They are committed to ensuring the company's sustainability goals are met.

The registered office address for LINDT & SPRUNGLI (U.K.) LIMITED is at 4 New Square, Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 8HA. Their website, www.lindt.co.uk, provides information on their products, sustainability efforts, and contact information for customer inquiries.

In conclusion, LINDT & SPRUNGLI (U.K.) LIMITED is a well-known and reputable chocolate company in the UK, with a strong focus on sustainability and providing high-quality products to its customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£24,767,000
Net Worth
£33,160,000
Total Current Assets
£128,549,000
Total Current Liabilities
£98,875,000

Company Location