SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTD maintains an average payment time of 36 days, sitting just outside a standard 30-day payment term. The majority of payments (97%) are settled within 60 days, with a near-even split between the 0-30 day (48%) and 31-60 day (49%) brackets, indicating a consistent but slightly delayed payment pattern. Only 3% of payments exceed 60 days, suggesting no significant deterioration toward extended payment delays.
The payment profile is relatively predictable, with 97% of invoices resolved within 60 days and a very low late payment rate of just 2%, pointing to a reliable payer with minimal default risk. However, the near-equal distribution across the 0-30 and 31-60 day bands indicates that suppliers cannot reliably count on payment within standard 30-day terms. This moderate variability means cash flow planning should account for an expected settlement window of up to 45 days in practice.
SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTD presents a low-risk payment profile overall, with negligible rates of late or overdue payments, making them a dependable commercial partner. Suppliers operating on strict 30-day terms should be aware that approximately half of invoices will be settled beyond that threshold, and payment terms of 45 days may better reflect actual behaviour. To mitigate cash flow impact, suppliers may consider negotiating explicit 45-day terms upfront or applying early payment incentives to encourage settlement within 30 days.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 30 Jan 2026 | 36 | 48% | 49% | 3% | 2% |
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Standard payment terms
SWARCO endeavours to cascade our clients values, policies, standards and terms throughout our supply chain. On this basis standard payment terms are 30 calendar days from the date of the invoice. However, the company, also promotes fair and transparent apportionment of risk with a diverse supplier base and are open to discussing more longer payment periods on a case-by-case basis. where appropriate, commensurate to the scope of supply. Suppliers are provided with guidance to ensure that invoices are accurate, clearly reference the purchase order number and are submitted promptly to avoid delays in processing.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
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Any other information about payment terms
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Maximum contractual payment period agreed
90
Suppliers who have concerns or disputes related to payments, purchase orders or other procurement matters are encouraged to contact Swarco’s dedicated Accounts Payable or Procurement teams as early as possible. Our objective is to address and resolve any disputes promptly, fairly and in accordance with the agreed terms and conditions of the contract. Swarco is committed to transparent, fair and timely resolution of supplier disputes, in line with best practices.
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?
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SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTD is the British and Irish operating arm of the SWARCO Group, a recognised international organisation specialising in traffic management, road marking, and intelligent transportation systems. The company operates as a private limited company, serving both the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland markets.
The company is registered in England and Wales under company number 01490333 and maintains its registered office at Hazelwood House, Lime Tree Way, Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8WZ. Incorporated on 11 April 1980, the company has established a long-standing presence in the South East of England spanning over four decades.
SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTD operates within the traffic technology and road safety sector, providing products and solutions that include traffic signal systems, road studs, pavement markings, and urban traffic control infrastructure. The company supports highway authorities, local councils, and transport operators across the UK and Ireland with the equipment and systems required to manage road networks safely and efficiently.
As a long-established private limited company in this sector, SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTD forms part of the critical supply chain that underpins road safety and traffic flow management across the region, working within the frameworks set by national and local transport authorities.