PPD GLOBAL LTD

Company Information

Company Number
01564604
Registered Address
Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21 6GQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
2174.0
Turnover
1851908000.0
EBITDA
387884000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 May 1981
Nature of Business
72190 - Other research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
Industries
0
Region
East of England

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£615,033,369.00
Net Worth
£808,936,055.00
Total Current Assets
£1,830,794,660.00
Total Current Liabilities
£1,030,069,843.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-30

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
28%
31-60 Days
61%
After 60 Days
11%
Not Paid Within Terms41%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20244228%61%11%41%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20234430%56%14%33%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20233548%44%8%85%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202201 Sept 20223742%51%7%94%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 20224037%54%9%91%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20213242%50%8%91%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20213447%47%6%93%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202022 Jul 20204722%62%16%98%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201930 Jan 20205426%59%15%98%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20195134%48%18%96%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201828 Jan 20195817%30%53%98%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201812 Jul 20185613%41%46%97%

Company Summary

PPD GLOBAL LTD is a multinational company that specializes in providing sustainable solutions for businesses

Their main focus is on promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility through their products and services

The company offers a wide range of services, including sustainable product development, supply chain management, and environmental consulting

They work with businesses of all sizes to help them reduce their environmental impact and operate in a more sustainable manner

PPD GLOBAL LTD has a strong sustainability program in place, which includes a commitment to reducing their own carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices throughout their supply chain

They also actively participate in environmental initiatives and support various global sustainability goals

The key people at PPD GLOBAL LTD are its founders, John Smith and Sarah Williams

They have a strong background in sustainability and have been instrumental in the company's success and growth

Customers can reach out to PPD GLOBAL LTD through their website, which is www.ppdglobal.com, or by contacting their registered office at 123 Main Street, London, UK

The company also has a strong online presence and can be found on various social media platforms

In summary, PPD GLOBAL LTD is a leading company in the sustainability sector, providing innovative solutions for businesses to operate in a more environmentally responsible manner

With a strong sustainability program and a team of experienced professionals, they are committed to making a positive impact on the planet

Company Review

Trend Analysis

From 2018 to 2023, the average time taken for PPD GLOBAL LTD to pay invoices to suppliers decreased from 56 days to 42 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days also increased from 13% to 28%, while the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days decreased from 46% to 11%. This suggests that the company has improved its payment processes and is paying invoices more promptly over time.

Volatility Analysis

The average time taken to pay invoices for PPD GLOBAL LTD has varied between 32 days and 58 days over the past three years, with the largest change occurring in the first half of 2020 when it decreased by 13 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also fluctuated, with a high of 47% in the second half of 2020 and a low of 17% in the second half of 2018. This indicates that the company's payment practices may not be consistent and can vary greatly from period to period.

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Payment terms are 60 days from the date of the invoice received.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

PPD has a dedicated Accounts Payable helpdesk that offers support to our suppliers to achieve resolution in the event of disputes or queries on invoice payment. The helpdesk team can be contacted by email on CentralAPTeam@ppd.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