ARRIVA PLC

PaymentCheck Score 2025
75Fair
17.3vs last year
#2107 in UK
#105 in Travel And Transportation
#24 in North East

Company Information

Company Number
00347103
Registered Address
1 Admiral Way, Doxford International Business, Park Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 3XP
Status
Active
Employee Count
315
Turnover
£0
EBITDA
-£51,984,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
8 December 1938
Nature of Business
49100 - Passenger rail transport, interurban
49319 - Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
North East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
60 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
58%
31-60 Days
27%
After 60 Days
15%
Not Paid Within Terms35%

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: 2024-01-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20253370%26%4%28%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202425 Jul 20245254%33%13%40%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20235352%31%18%45%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202226 Jan 20235448%32%20%49%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202126 Jul 20215253%25%22%51%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20206944%30%26%64%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201904 Feb 20204448%39%12%67%

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

It is the company’s policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely submission of valid invoices containing a correct company Purchase Order reference. The company’s standard payment terms is 30 days from date of invoice, however, on some occasions variations to these standard payment terms may be agreed.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The company (as with the wider Arriva group of companies) seeks to deal with suppliers of all sizes in a fair and reasonable manner. The operating company seeks to respond and address supplier queries as quickly as possible. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by the central Arriva Accounts Payable team, it would be escalated in the first instance to the senior management of the operating company or procurement relationship manager for resolution.

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

ARRIVA PLC is a leading transportation company based in the United Kingdom. The company provides a range of train and bus services, connecting communities and businesses across Europe.

Sustainability is a key focus for ARRIVA PLC, and the company has implemented a comprehensive sustainability program to reduce its environmental impact. This includes using more sustainable fuels, implementing energy-efficient technologies, and promoting sustainable travel options to its customers.

ARRIVA PLC offers a variety of transportation solutions, including regional and intercity trains, regional and urban bus services, and demand-responsive transport services. The company also operates international bus and rail services in 14 countries across Europe.

The company is led by a team of experienced executives, including Manfred Rudhart as the CEO and Mike Cooper as the Group CEO. ARRIVA PLC also has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives in place to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

For more information on ARRIVA PLC, including its services, sustainability efforts, and leadership team, please visit their website at www.arriva.co.uk. The company's registered office address is Arriva plc, 1 Admiral Way, Doxford International Business Park, Sunderland, SR3 3XP, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£7,944,000
Net Worth
£371,622,000
Total Current Assets
£213,757,000
Total Current Liabilities
£449,004,000

Company Location