3M UNITED KINGDOM PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

PaymentCheck Score 2024
25Very Poor
6.9vs last year
#5323 in UK
#294 in Supply Chain
#898 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
01123045
Registered Address
3m Centre, Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8HT
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,768
Turnover
£644,627,000
EBITDA
£41,598,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
17 July 1973
Nature of Business
20301 - Manufacture of paints, varnishes and similar coatings, mastics and sealants
23910 - Production of abrasive products
32990 - Other manufacturing not elsewhere classified
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
106 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
15%
31-60 Days
20%
After 60 Days
65%
Not Paid Within Terms23%

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: 2025-01-22
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202422 Jan 202510615%20%65%23%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202301 Aug 20238620%26%54%12%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202207 Feb 20237717%33%49%15%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202227 Sept 20228024%39%37%26%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202124 Jan 202210530%42%29%23%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202102 Aug 20219828%50%22%19%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20207527%54%19%19%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201912 Jul 20195526%54%20%22%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201822 Jan 20195330%54%16%21%

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

Third Party Vendors - 60 days from date of invoice. Intercompany - EOM, 15days.

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

We have a dedicated team that handles vendor queries - 3M UK AP Helpdesk. For any concerns raised by the vendors, the AP Helpdesk will work internally with the relevant teams to provide a solution, contact details Telephone: 01344 857377, email: 3mukaphelpdesk@mmm.com

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

3M United Kingdom Public Limited Company is a multinational conglomerate corporation that operates in various industries such as healthcare, industrial, consumer, and transportation markets. The company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Bracknell, Berkshire, United Kingdom.

Sustainability is a key focus for 3M United Kingdom, with the company aiming to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainable practices. This includes reducing energy consumption, waste, and water usage, as well as increasing the use of renewable energy sources. 3M also supports various community and education initiatives to promote sustainability.

Their wide range of products and services include innovative solutions for healthcare, such as medical tapes, wound care dressings, and infection prevention products. In the industrial sector, 3M offers products such as adhesives, abrasives, and electrical products. They also provide consumer products like office supplies, home improvement products, and personal care items. In the transportation market, the company offers solutions for automotive, aerospace, and marine industries.

Some key people in 3M United Kingdom include the company's President and Managing Director, Paul Keel, who has been with 3M for over 30 years, and the company's Sustainability Director, Tim Fleming, who oversees the company's sustainability efforts.

The company's website address is www.3m.co.uk, where customers can find more information about their products and services, as well as their sustainability initiatives. 3M United Kingdom's registered office address is 3M Centre, Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8HT, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£6,300,000
Net Worth
£133,782,000
Total Current Assets
£350,864,000
Total Current Liabilities
£549,906,000

Company Location