PREMIER FARNELL UK LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
62Fair
2.7vs last year
#2991 in UK
#94 in Distribution And Delivery
#125 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
00860093
Registered Address
150 Armley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 2QQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,399
Turnover
£749,593,000
EBITDA
-£154,646,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
28 September 1965
Nature of Business
46520 - Wholesale of electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts
Industries
Distribution And Delivery, Hardware
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
51%
31-60 Days
40%
After 60 Days
9%
Not Paid Within Terms51%

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: 2025-07-25
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 20253451%40%9%51%
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202525 Jul 20253451%40%9%51%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202425 Jul 20243546%44%10%52%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202301 Feb 20243159%34%7%41%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20233260%33%7%44%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202121 Jan 20223062%31%7%40%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202022 Jan 20213256%35%9%74%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20193255%36%9%68%

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

The company does not operate standard payment terms. The majority of suppliers are on 30 days from date of invoice or 30 days from end of month. However, supplier payment terms may range from 0 days to 60 days from end of month.

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

Questions relating to payment of supplier invoices should in the first instance be raised with the Accounts Payable department. In the case of queries around supply of inventory, the query may be referred on to the Asset Operations department for further investigation. The company always aims to resolve all disputes as quickly as possible dependent on the nature of the query.

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

PREMIER FARNELL UK LIMITED is a leading distributor of electronic components and related products, based in Leeds, UK. The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and offers a wide range of products and services to their customers.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint, promote ethical practices in their supply chain, and engage in community outreach projects. They also have an environmental management system in place to continuously improve their sustainability practices.

The company offers a wide range of electronic components such as semiconductors, connectors, and sensors from top brands like Texas Instruments, Microchip, and Vishay. They also provide design and manufacturing services, as well as educational resources for engineers and students.

The key people at PREMIER FARNELL UK LIMITED include Graham McBeth, the President of the company, and Laurence Bain, the Chief Executive Officer. They have a team of experienced professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service and driving the company's sustainability efforts.

Customers can contact PREMIER FARNELL UK LIMITED through their website, which offers online ordering and live chat support. They also have a registered office address at Farnell House, Forge Lane, Leeds, LS12 2NE, United Kingdom.

In summary, PREMIER FARNELL UK LIMITED is a trusted distributor of electronic components, with a strong focus on sustainability and commitment to providing high-quality products and services to their customers. They are a reliable partner for engineers, businesses, and educational institutions, and are dedicated to making a positive impact on the community and the environment.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£34,186,000
Net Worth
£257,235,000
Total Current Assets
£440,218,000
Total Current Liabilities
£226,443,000

Company Location