SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
00444569
Employee Count
4181.0
Turnover
666622000.0
EBITDA
178192000.0

Additional Details

Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
London

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,545,000.00
Net Worth
-£7,936,000.00
Total Current Assets
£167,227,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£242,355,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-05-01 to 2023-10-31Filed: 2023-11-24

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
36%
31-60 Days
58%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms15%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Oct 2023Apr 2023Oct 2022Apr 2022Oct 2021Apr 2021Oct 2020Apr 2020Oct 2019Apr 2019Oct 2018Oct 2017020406080

Payment Distribution Trends

Oct 2023Apr 2023Oct 2022Apr 2022Oct 2021Apr 2021Oct 2020Apr 2020Oct 2019Apr 2019Oct 2018Oct 2017020406080

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 202324 Nov 20233836%58%6%15%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202330 May 20233934%59%7%15%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202229 Nov 20224028%62%10%20%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202227 May 20224026%60%14%24%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202129 Nov 20214124%63%13%27%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202127 May 20213926%64%10%24%
01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 202030 Nov 20204026%66%8%17%
01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 202029 May 20204423%56%21%15%
01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 201929 Nov 20194827%21%53%19%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201930 May 20195521%20%59%54%
01 May 2018 - 31 Oct 201823 Nov 20185717%19%64%74%
01 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 201830 May 20186013%23%64%79%
01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 201729 Nov 2017637%21%72%92%

Company Summary

SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED is a UK-based company that offers equipment rental services for various industries such as construction, infrastructure, and events

The company was founded in 1983 and has grown to become one of the largest equipment rental companies in the UK

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing their carbon footprint and promoting environmental responsibility

They have implemented various initiatives such as using energy-efficient equipment, reducing waste, and promoting recycling

They also offer training and resources to their employees to raise awareness about sustainability

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including construction equipment, power and lighting, tools and accessories, and event equipment

They have a large inventory of well-maintained equipment to meet the diverse needs of their customers

They also provide 24/7 customer support and on-site delivery services

The key people in SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED include Andy Wright, the Managing Director, and Chris Hawkins, the Chief Financial Officer

They have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality services to their customers

Their website address is www.sunbeltrentals.co.uk and their registered office address is 102 Dalton Avenue, Birchwood Park, Warrington, Cheshire WA3 6YE, United Kingdom

Customers can also contact them via phone at 0800 096 9866 or email at info@sunbeltrentals.co.uk for any inquiries or rental requests

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED to pay invoices has gradually decreased over the past three periods, from 63 days in 2017-10-31 to 38 days in 2023-10-31.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED's invoice payment has fluctuated over the past three periods, with the highest volatility being in 2019-04-30 when 21% of invoices were paid later than 60 days.

Summary Analysis

SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED has shown a consistent decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices over the past three periods, with a 23% decrease from 2017-05-01 to 2023-10-31. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also increased by 29% during this time period. However, there has been an increase in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days, which peaked at 66% in 2020-10-31. The worst period for SUNBELT RENTALS LIMITED in terms of late payments was 2019-04-30, when 21% of invoices were paid later than 60 days.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The Company negotiates and agrees payment terms with its suppliers as one element of its procurement process. As a result, payment terms vary by supplier. The most common payment term in place is 30 days.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Supplier invoices and payments are managed by the Accounts Payable team at Sunbelt Rentals Limited’s Support Office at 102 Dalton Avenue, Birchwood Park, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 6YE (tel: 01925 281000). Disputed invoices will be notified to the supplier by the individual who initiated the purchase transaction to ensure that they are investigated in a timely manner and resolved. Invoiced items that are subject to dispute will not be paid until resolution of the dispute, whereupon payment shall be made in accordance with this policy.

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