LOCKHEED MARTIN UK AMPTHILL LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
92Excellent
1.2vs last year
#724 in UK
#36 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
00585852
Registered Address
Reddings Wood, Ampthill, Beds, MK45 2HD
Status
Active
Employee Count
536
Turnover
£136,479,000
EBITDA
£16,590,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
20 June 1957
Nature of Business
30400 - Manufacture of military fighting vehicles
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms7%

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: 2025-07-28
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 202528 Jul 20252493%6%1%7%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202416 Jan 20252496%3%1%6%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202410 Jul 20242495%4%1%5%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202317 Jan 20242393%6%1%7%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202225 Jan 20232690%8%2%8%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20222393%5%2%10%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20202981%15%4%21%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20193567%26%7%31%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201828 Jan 20193466%29%5%23%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 20183762%30%8%36%

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

Standard payment terms are 30 days from date of receipt of invoice.

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Dispute Resolution; in the event that the invoice is incorrect the buyer shall contact the supplier to discuss and agree a correction. The invoice is then rejected and returned as unpaid to the supplier. A new invoice and/or credit note will then need to be issued by the supplier. If a suitable resolution cannot be agreed between the buyer and supplier, then either party can resort to the dispute resolution language in the agreed contract terms and conditions

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

LOCKHEED MARTIN UK AMPTHILL LIMITED is a British defense and aerospace company that is part of the larger Lockheed Martin Corporation. The company is headquartered in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and was established in 1996.

The company's main activities include the design, development, and manufacture of military vehicles, weapons systems, and electronic systems for the UK armed forces and international customers. They also provide support and maintenance services for their products.

LOCKHEED MARTIN UK AMPTHILL LIMITED has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes using renewable energy sources, reducing waste and emissions, and promoting sustainable practices throughout their supply chain.

Their products and services include the development of the Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle, the AJAX armored fighting vehicle, and the Warrior Capability Sustainment Program. They also provide electronic systems, such as the Warrior Modular Open Architecture System and the Vehicle Information System Architecture.

The company is led by Managing Director, Peter Ruddock, who has over 30 years of experience in the defense industry. They also have a team of highly skilled engineers, technicians, and support staff who work together to deliver innovative and high-quality products and services.

For more information about LOCKHEED MARTIN UK AMPTHILL LIMITED and their products and services, you can visit their website at www.lockheedmartin.com/uk or contact them at their registered office address: Unit 1, Ampthill Business Park, Bedford Road, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2QZ.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
-£10,166,000
Total Current Assets
£50,115,000
Total Current Liabilities
£103,937,000

Company Location