BRITISH ARAB COMMERCIAL BANK PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

PaymentCheck Score 2025
91Excellent
7.2vs last year
#855 in UK
#392 in London

Company Information

Company Number
01047302
Registered Address
8-10 Mansion House Place, London, EC4N 8BJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
252
Turnover
£100,291,000
EBITDA
£41,423,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
23 March 1972
Nature of Business
64191 - Banks
Industries
Financial Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
20 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
90%
31-60 Days
7%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms16%

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: 2025-07-31
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 202531 Jul 20252090%7%3%16%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202428 Jan 20252286%10%4%21%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202426 Jul 20243284%11%5%24%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202201 Feb 20232973%20%7%39%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202106 Jul 20212391%9%0%12%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201917 Jul 20191695%4%1%19%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20181497%2%1%24%

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

BACB's preferred payment term is 30 days. We strive to ensure all payments are made within a timely manner and within terms. However, some vendor's terms ranges between 0, 14 and 15days, making it difficult to pay within those terms

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

120

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoices in dispute will be entered onto the system but not approved until i) queries are resolved, ii)costs are agreed, iii) a creditnote is received. The vendors' Credit Control team / dedicated account manager are contacted by BACB's Finance team or spend owner to query or request clarification of costs before payment is approved and processed.

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

British Arab Commercial Bank Public Limited Company (BACB) is a leading international wholesale bank, providing financial services to businesses and individuals in the UK and Middle East. BACB is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on responsible business practices.

The bank offers a range of products and services, including corporate and commercial banking, trade finance, treasury and capital markets, and private banking. They also have a dedicated Islamic finance division, providing Shariah-compliant products and services.

BACB's sustainability program is centered around three main pillars: responsible finance, responsible operations, and responsible partnerships. This includes promoting responsible lending practices, reducing their environmental impact, and supporting social and community initiatives.

The key people at BACB include the Chairman, Sir John Scarlett, and the CEO, Eddie Norton. They have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing excellent service to their clients.

BACB can be contacted through their website, which is www.bacb.co.uk. Their registered office address is at 23 Austin Friars, London, EC2N 2QP, United Kingdom.

In summary, BACB is a leading international bank with a strong commitment to sustainability. They offer a range of financial products and services, including Islamic finance, and are led by a team of experienced professionals. Their website provides more information about their services and contact details.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£201,044,000
Total Current Assets
£3,157,691,000
Total Current Liabilities
£2,987,479,000

Company Location