INPOST DISTRIBUTION LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 01430241
- Registered Address
- Unit E, Twelvetrees Business Park, Twelvetrees Crescent, London, England, E3 3JG
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 2,817
- Turnover
- £915,500,000
- EBITDA
- £17,800,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 15 June 1979
- Nature of Business
- 46760 - Wholesale of other intermediate products
- Industries
- Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
- Region
- London
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec 2024 - 28 Jun 2025 | 27 Jul 2025 | 17 | 78% | 20% | 2% | 6% |
| 31 Dec 2023 - 29 Jun 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | 24 | 68% | 27% | 5% | 7% |
| 02 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 2022 | 01 Aug 2022 | 33 | 59% | 33% | 8% | 12% |
| 27 Dec 2020 - 03 Jul 2021 | 02 Aug 2021 | 27 | 66% | 29% | 5% | 12% |
| 28 Jun 2020 - 26 Dec 2020 | 22 Jan 2021 | 28 | 66% | 27% | 7% | 14% |
| 30 Dec 2018 - 29 Jun 2019 | 19 Jul 2019 | 26 | 62% | 31% | 7% | 21% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 29 Dec 2018 | 24 Jan 2019 | 26 | 66% | 29% | 5% | 20% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 26 Jul 2018 | 26 | 64% | 30% | 6% | 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
Varies from 3 to 60 days per supplier type below: Vendors terms are normally contractually agreed as 60 days. The standard Publisher terms are payment at the end of the month following supply, plus 3 banking days. Self-billed contractors are paid one week in arrears of the working week, standard payment terms are 3 days from self bill invoice. Self-billed Trunking contractors are paid one month in arrears of the working month, standard payment terms are 3 days from self bill invoice. Unique payment terms are agreed for specific Publishers.
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
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Accounts Payable team operate shared email addresses for Vendors, Contractors and Publishers. This email address is the initial point of contact for disputes and complaints. Queries regarding acceptability of payment terms are referred to Head of Finance Shared Service for resolution.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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
Menzies Distribution Limited is a UK-based logistics and distribution company that provides a range of services and products to its customers. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
The company's main activities include newspaper and magazine distribution, parcel delivery, and logistics services. They have a network of over 50 depots across the UK and Ireland, allowing them to provide efficient and reliable services to their customers.
One of Menzies Distribution's key sustainability programs is their use of electric vehicles in their fleet. They have over 200 electric vehicles in operation, significantly reducing their carbon emissions. They also have a recycling program in place, ensuring that waste materials are properly disposed of and recycled.
In addition to their sustainability efforts, Menzies Distribution offers a wide range of products and services to their customers. This includes delivery of newspapers and magazines to retailers, home delivery of parcels, and logistics services for businesses. They also offer digital and print distribution solutions for publishers and retailers.
The company has a team of experienced and dedicated professionals, with experienced leaders such as CEO Greg Michael and Non-Executive Chairman Tim Davies. They strive to provide exceptional customer service and are continuously looking for ways to improve their operations.
For more information on Menzies Distribution Limited and their services, you can visit their website at www.menziesdistribution.com. Their registered office address is Edinburgh House, 68-74 London Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 1LA, United Kingdom.
