3I PLC

Company Details

Registration Number

00397156

Registered Address

16 Palace Street London SW1E 5JD

Company Status

Active

Employee Count

152

Turnover

£259,708,000

EBITDA

£90,026,000

Additional Information

Website

3i.com

Company Type

Public limited Company

Incorporated on

21 July 1945

Nature of Business (SIC)

64999 - Financial intermediation not elsewhere classified

Industries

0

Region

London

Company Location

Google
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Financial Overview

Cash

£728,000

Net Worth

£663,110,000

Last Reporting Period

Filed

30 Oct 2023

Period

01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sep 2023

Payment Timing

Average Time to Pay

11 days

Payment Periods

Shortest

0 days

Longest

107 days

Max Contractual

107 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 days98%
31-60 days2%
After 60 days0%

Not Paid Within Terms

7%

Payment Features

Payment Codes
E-Invoicing
Supply Chain Finance

Payment Time Trends

9/30/20233/31/20239/30/20223/31/20229/30/20213/31/20219/30/20203/31/20209/30/20193/31/20199/30/201805101520

Payment Distribution Trends

9/30/20233/31/20239/30/20223/31/20229/30/20213/31/20219/30/20203/31/20209/30/20193/31/20199/30/20180255075100

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sep 202330 Oct 20231198%2%0%7%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202328 Apr 20231395%5%0%10%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 202227 Oct 20221398%2%0%7%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202228 Apr 20221298%2%0%6%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sep 202129 Oct 20211497%2%1%6%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202124 Apr 20211497%3%0%8%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sep 202019 Oct 20201596%3%1%8%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202027 Apr 20201593%7%0%10%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sep 201929 Oct 20191497%2%1%6%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201926 Apr 20191597%2%1%6%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sep 201829 Oct 20181893%5%2%17%

Company Summary

3I PLC is a leading investment company based in London, United Kingdom

The company focuses on providing investment solutions to businesses across various sectors, including private equity, infrastructure, and debt management

The sustainability program of 3I PLC is geared towards minimizing the environmental impact of its operations

This includes implementing energy-efficient practices, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting responsible waste management

The company also supports various social and community initiatives through its corporate social responsibility program

One of the company's key products is its private equity investment services, which involve providing capital and strategic support to growing companies

This allows businesses to expand their operations and create more jobs, ultimately contributing to the economy

3I PLC also offers infrastructure investment services, which involve investing in projects such as renewable energy, transportation, and utilities

The key people at 3I PLC include the CEO, Simon Borrows, who has been with the company since 2012

The Chairman of the Board is Sir Adrian Montague, and the Executive Director is Julia Wilson

The company has a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering value to their clients

For more information, interested parties can visit 3I PLC's website at www.3iplc.com

The registered office address is 16 Palace Street, London, SW1E 5JD, United Kingdom

Overall, 3I PLC is committed to sustainable practices and providing innovative investment solutions to businesses, making it a leader in the finance industry

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for 3I PLC to pay invoices has decreased steadily over the past three periods, from 18 days in the period of Apr 2018 - Sep 2018 to 11 days in the period of Apr 2023 - Sep 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of 3I PLC's invoice payment time has been relatively low, with only a 2 day difference between the shortest and longest standard payment period.

Summary Analysis

Overall, 3I PLC has shown a consistent trend of improving their invoice payment time. They have also maintained a high percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, with a peak of 98% in the period of Oct 2021 - Mar 2022. The worst period for 3I PLC was in the period of Apr 2019 - Sep 2019, where 6% of invoices were not paid within agreed terms and the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days was highest at 1%.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

3i plc/3i group plc has standard payment terms of 30 days from receipt of an invoice although invoices are paid earlier if appropriate.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

107

Dispute Resolution Process

In the event of any disputes with suppliers, this would normally be dealt with by the supplier’s relevant 3i business contact. Alternatively, suppliers can contact 3i’s accounts payable team at UKQueries@3i.com, who will ensure this is resolved by the appropriate person.

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?

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