RIVER ISLAND CLOTHING CO. LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
50Fair
2.5vs last year
#3586 in UK
#148 in Creative
#1326 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00636095
Registered Address
Chelsea House, West Gate, London, W5 1DR
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,264
Turnover
£715,300,000
EBITDA
£17,700,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
31 August 1959
Nature of Business
47710 - Retail sale of clothing in specialised stores
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
45 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
24%
31-60 Days
59%
After 60 Days
17%
Not Paid Within Terms28%

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: 2025-08-06
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
29 Dec 2024 - 12 Jul 202506 Aug 20254524%59%17%28%
01 Jul 2024 - 28 Sept 202431 Jan 20254526%62%12%22%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20244335%54%11%22%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20223949%47%4%24%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20214331%52%17%39%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202001 Feb 20214418%56%25%35%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20202655%32%13%30%
31 Dec 2018 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20191977%15%8%18%
30 Jun 2018 - 31 Dec 201804 Feb 20191888%9%3%21%
31 Dec 2017 - 29 Jun 201827 Jul 20182085%11%4%19%

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

River Island Clothing Co. Ltd Standard payment terms are as follows; Goods for sale: 14-60 days Goods not for sale: 7-60 days Terms are based on the agreements and types of goods or service being offered by individual suppliers

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes concerning supplier invoices and payments are dealt with by Accounts Payable and managed through a central mailbox. Concerned teams endeavour to resolve any issues in a timely manner to ensure payment terms are met.

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

RIVER ISLAND CLOTHING CO. LIMITED is a British fashion retailer that was founded in 1948 by Bernard Lewis and his brothers. The company has over 350 stores worldwide, with its headquarters located in London, UK.

The company offers a wide range of clothing and accessories for men, women, and children, including trendy and affordable fashion items. It also has a sustainability program in place, with a focus on reducing its impact on the environment. This includes using sustainable materials, reducing waste, and implementing ethical sourcing practices.

Some of the key people in the company include Ben Lewis, the CEO, and Will Kernan, the Managing Director. They are responsible for leading the company and ensuring its success in the fashion industry.

Customers can contact RIVER ISLAND CLOTHING CO. LIMITED through their website, which offers online shopping, customer service support, and a blog featuring the latest fashion trends. The company also has a strong presence on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

The registered office address of RIVER ISLAND CLOTHING CO. LIMITED is at Chelsea House, Westgate, London, W5 1DR, United Kingdom, and their website address is www.riverisland.com. The company continues to be a popular and successful fashion retailer, known for its trendy and sustainable products.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£92,200,000
Net Worth
£151,300,000
Total Current Assets
£272,000,000
Total Current Liabilities
£164,300,000

Company Location