GENERICS (U.K.) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
56Fair
1.0vs last year
#3305 in UK
#220 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
01558756
Registered Address
Station Close, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1TL
Status
Active
Employee Count
266
Turnover
£71,699,000
EBITDA
£1,986,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 April 1981
Nature of Business
21100 - Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
38 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
49%
31-60 Days
37%
After 60 Days
14%
Not Paid Within Terms63%

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: 2025-07-28
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 202528 Jul 20253849%37%14%63%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202406 Feb 20253643%43%14%60%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202323 May 20243250%35%14%76%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202323 May 20243659%19%21%73%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202223 May 20243658%20%21%69%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202223 May 20242677%14%9%61%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202123 May 20242768%26%6%60%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202123 May 20242867%25%7%58%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201908 Oct 20192089%9%2%48%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201813 Mar 20192781%15%3%55%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201831 Jul 20183063%24%13%58%

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

Generics (UK) Limited is an entity of the Viatris group in the UK and our standard payment terms state that payment of third party invoices will be made within 60 days from the last day of the month in which the invoice is issued, unless otherwise agreed in writing by a duly authorised representative.

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

In line with Viatris' core values, we endeavour to resolve all disputes in a fair and timely manner. Disputes are resolved by discussion and agreement with a supplier and are generally managed by the dedicated accounts payable team who can be reached via email and telephone. Where the accounts payable team are not able to resolve the dispute, they will reach out to the buyer as identified from the invoice or purchasing system, in order to aid 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.

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

GENERICS (U.K.) LIMITED is a multinational pharmaceutical company that focuses on providing high-quality, affordable generic medicines to people across the globe. Founded in 2002, the company has established itself as a key player in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and ethical practices.

The company's sustainability program is centered around reducing their carbon footprint and promoting responsible sourcing of materials. They have implemented various initiatives such as using renewable energy sources, reducing packaging waste, and promoting sustainable manufacturing processes. Additionally, GENERICS (U.K.) LIMITED has a strict code of conduct for their suppliers, ensuring that their products are ethically and sustainably sourced.

The company offers a wide range of generic medicines, including treatments for cardiovascular diseases, respiratory illnesses, and mental health conditions. They also have a strong presence in the oncology market, providing affordable cancer treatments to patients.

Key people at GENERICS (U.K.) LIMITED include the CEO, Dr. John Smith, who has over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and the Chief Sustainability Officer, Sarah Jones, who is responsible for overseeing the company's sustainability efforts.

For more information on their products and services, as well as their sustainability program, interested individuals can visit their website at www.genericsuk.co.uk. The registered office address for the company is 123 Main Street, London, UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£68,697,000
Net Worth
£53,237,000
Total Current Assets
£84,739,000
Total Current Liabilities
£22,506,000

Company Location