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SPECTRIS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
73Fair
↑ 8.2vs last year
#2465 in UK
#16 in Life Sciences And Medical Technology
#1028 in London

Company Information

Company Number
02025003
Registered Address
Melbourne House, 5th Floor, 44-46 Aldwych, London, England, WC2B 4LL
Status
Active
Employee Count
7,257
Turnover
£1,298,700,000
EBITDA
£156,900,000

Additional Details

Website
https://www.spectris.com/
Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
4 June 1986
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology, Manufacturing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
42 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:31 days
Max Contractual:31 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
68%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
11%
Not Paid Within Terms19%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time to pay for SPECTRIS PLC has decreased from 37 days in the period of Jan 2022 to Jun 2022 to 35 days in the period of Jan 2023 to Jun 2023. This shows a positive trend of paying invoices faster over time.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has slightly decreased from 66% in the period of Jul 2022 to Dec 2022 to 61% in the period of Jul 2023 to Dec 2023. However, the volatility of the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has increased from 23% to 29% in the same periods. This shows that while the company is paying more invoices within 30 days, there is also an increase in the number of invoices being paid later than 60 days.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2026-01-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 202526 Jan 20264268%21%11%19%
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20253263%27%10%20%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jul 20253358%26%16%44%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20254065%25%10%51%
07 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202301 Feb 2024
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20233561%29%10%24%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202220 Jan 20233766%23%11%19%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202212 Aug 2022

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

Ranges from an immediate payment to 31 days.

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

31

Dispute Resolution Process

On a case-by-case basis by the accounts and procurement departments

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

SPECTRIS PLC is a global provider of precision instrumentation and controls. The company offers a wide range of products and services in industries such as automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, and pharmaceuticals.

Sustainability is a key focus for SPECTRIS PLC, and the company has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainable practices. These include reducing their carbon footprint, implementing energy efficient processes, and promoting recycling and waste reduction.

The company's products and services include measurement and control instruments, analytical instruments, industrial controls, and process control software. These products and services are used in various industries to improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

SPECTRIS PLC has a strong leadership team, with Andrew Heath as the Group Chief Executive and Derek Harding as the Chairman. The company has a global presence, with operations in over 30 countries and a network of distributors and partners worldwide.

For more information on SPECTRIS PLC and their products and services, you can visit their website at www.spectris.com. The company's registered office address is 2 New York Square, Manchester, M1 4HD, United Kingdom. Overall, SPECTRIS PLC is committed to providing high-quality products and services while also prioritizing sustainability and responsible business practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£228,100,000
Net Worth
£646,700,000
Total Current Assets
£865,500,000
Total Current Liabilities
£418,000,000

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© 2026 Payment Check Ltd

Registered Address: 3rd Floor Suite 207 Regent Street London W1B 3HH

Made by Alastair Campbell