HEATHROW AIRPORT LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
01991017
Registered Address
The Compass Centre, Nelson Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW6 2GW
Status
Active
Employee Count
5936.0
Turnover
2838000000.0
EBITDA
1541000000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
19 February 1986
Nature of Business
51101 - Scheduled passenger air transport$82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Professional Services
Region
London

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£272,000,000.00
Net Worth
£196,000,000.00
Total Current Assets
£2,435,000,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£2,015,000,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-02-01

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
27 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms7%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019Dec 2018Jun 201807142128

Payment Distribution Trends

Dec 2023Jun 2023Jun 2023Dec 2022Jun 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020Jun 2020Dec 2019Jun 2019Dec 2018Jun 20180255075100

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 202301 Feb 20242793%6%1%7%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202303 Jul 20232794%5%1%6%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202303 Jul 2023
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20232394%5%1%6%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202218 Jul 20222694%5%1%6%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20222884%14%3%17%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202022 Jan 20212392%5%3%8%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202027 Jul 20202292%7%1%7%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20202295%4%1%6%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20192394%4%2%8%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201805 Feb 20192194%5%1%6%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20182194%4%2%6%

Company Summary

Heathrow Airport Limited is a British airport company that operates Heathrow Airport, the busiest airport in the United Kingdom

The company is responsible for the management, operation, and development of the airport, as well as ensuring the safety and security of its passengers and staff

One of the key focuses of Heathrow Airport Limited is sustainability

The company has a comprehensive sustainability program in place, with a goal to become a zero-carbon airport by 2050

The program includes initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, promoting sustainable transport options, and implementing energy-efficient practices

In terms of products and services, Heathrow Airport Limited offers a range of facilities and amenities for passengers, including duty-free shopping, restaurants, and lounges

The airport also provides a variety of transportation options, including trains, buses, and taxis, to help passengers reach their destinations

The key people at Heathrow Airport Limited include its CEO, John Holland-Kaye, and its Chairman, Lord Deighton

They lead a team of over 76,000 employees who work to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the airport

For more information on Heathrow Airport Limited and its services, you can visit their website at www.heathrow.com

Their registered office address is Heathrow Airport Limited, The Compass Centre, Nelson Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW6 2GW, United Kingdom

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for HEATHROW AIRPORT LIMITED to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods, but overall there has been a slight increase in the time taken to pay, going from 21 days in the first period to 23 days in the third period. However, there was a significant increase in the seventh period, going up to 28 days. This trend suggests that the company may be struggling to meet their payment obligations within a timely manner.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of HEATHROW AIRPORT LIMITED's payment behavior can be seen in the changes in their percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and later than 60 days. In the first three periods, the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days remained consistent at 94%. However, in the fourth period, there was a slight increase to 95%, followed by a decrease in the fifth period to 92%. In the sixth period, there was a significant increase to 92%, indicating that the company may have experienced some financial difficulties. The volatility continues in the seventh period, with a further decrease to 84%. Similarly, the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days also fluctuated, with an increase in the fifth period to 7%, followed by a decrease in the sixth period to 5%. However, in the seventh period, there was a significant increase to 14%, indicating that the company's payment behavior may have worsened.

Summary Analysis

HEATHROW AIRPORT LIMITED has maintained a consistent average time to pay of 21-23 days for the past three periods. However, there was a significant increase in the seventh period, going up to 28 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also remained consistent at 94%, except for a slight increase to 95% in the fourth period and a decrease to 84% in the seventh period. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has fluctuated, with a significant increase in the seventh period to 14%. This indicates that the company may be struggling to meet their payment obligations within a timely manner. The shortest (or only) standard payment period for HEATHROW AIRPORT LIMITED is 30 days.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Company policy is to pay suppliers within the agreed credit terms of 30 days from the date of the invoice. We will only accept an invoice for processing once it fulfills the criteria required as stated within our contractual terms and conditions

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes are settled between the owner and requestor of the purchase order, the accounts payable team and supplier, and then if necessary with the procurement manager

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

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