OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
66Fair
4.8vs last year
#2713 in UK
#1094 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00952468
Registered Address
8 Fitzroy Street, London, United Kingdom, W1T 4BJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
6,615
Turnover
£975,500,000
EBITDA
£94,400,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
18 April 1969
Nature of Business
71122 - Engineering related scientific and technical consulting activities
Industries
Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
66%
31-60 Days
30%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms31%

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: 2024-10-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202524 Oct 20253655%37%8%41%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202513 May 20253263%32%5%36%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202430 Apr 20243265%31%4%41%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Oct 20233165%30%5%41%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202227 Oct 20223170%25%5%48%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202127 Oct 20213168%27%5%52%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202128 Apr 20213060%36%4%67%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201929 Oct 20192971%26%3%37%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201829 Oct 20183267%29%4%60%

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

30 days from invoice date for Supplier invoices. 45 days from invoice date for Sub-Consultant invoices.

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

45

Dispute Resolution Process

Ove Arup & Partners International Limited is committed to being financially responsible and acting with integrity. We aim to validate all invoices in a timely manner with any discrepancies or queries being referred to the supplier or subcontractor for resolution or invoice correction. Disputes are typically resolved through discussions with the supplier. Where it is not possible to reach agreement, several potential dispute resolution methods are available for example, mediation, adjudication or expert determination.

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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED is a global engineering and design consultancy firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company was founded in 1946 by Sir Ove Arup and has since grown to become one of the most influential and innovative engineering firms in the world.

The company offers services in the areas of buildings, infrastructure, energy, and consulting, with a focus on sustainability and responsible design. They have a strong commitment to sustainability and have implemented a comprehensive sustainability program that aims to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainable practices in all their projects. This includes incorporating sustainable design principles, using renewable energy sources, and minimizing waste and carbon emissions.

Their products and services include structural engineering, building services engineering, project management, and urban planning, among others. They have worked on iconic projects such as the Sydney Opera House, the Beijing National Stadium, and the Crossrail project in London.

Key people in the company include Sir Peter Head, the Chairman, and Alan Belfield, the Global Chairman. They have a team of over 16,000 employees in more than 140 offices worldwide, providing expertise and solutions to clients across the globe.

The company's website address is www.arup.com, where interested parties can find more information about their services, projects, and sustainability efforts. The registered office address is 13 Fitzroy Street, London W1T 4BQ, United Kingdom.

In summary, OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED is a leading engineering and design consultancy firm with a strong focus on sustainability and responsible design. They offer a wide range of services to clients globally and have a team of dedicated and experienced professionals. Their commitment to sustainability sets them apart from other firms in the industry and makes them a trusted partner for clients looking for innovative and sustainable solutions.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£31,100,000
Net Worth
£263,800,000
Total Current Assets
£483,100,000
Total Current Liabilities
£203,100,000

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