MEARS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
02519234
Registered Address
1390 Montpellier Court, Gloucester Business Park, Brockworth, Gloucester, GL3 4AH
Status
Active
Employee Count
2745.0
Turnover
757175000.0
EBITDA
74864000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
6 July 1990
Nature of Business
81100 - Combined facilities support activities
Industries
0
Region
South West

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£60,607,000.00
Net Worth
£10,851,000.00
Total Current Assets
£224,814,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£155,931,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-02-05

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
20 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
70%
31-60 Days
28%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms12%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✓ Yes
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 202305 Feb 20242070%28%2%12%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202330 Jul 20232264%34%2%14%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202212 Jan 20232360%37%3%10%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202203 Aug 20222457%39%4%15%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202110 Feb 20222657%38%5%18%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202101 Sept 20211871%25%4%18%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202030 Jan 20211873%23%4%17%
01 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 202031 Jul 20202167%28%5%19%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201901 Feb 20203936%51%13%22%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201927 Jul 20195716%41%43%9%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201809 Feb 20196015%38%47%8%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20185814%42%44%15%

Company Summary

MEARS LIMITED is a leading company in the construction and maintenance industry, providing a wide range of services to both public and private sector clients

The company was established in 1988 and is based in London, with over 100 offices across the UK

The company's main activities include construction, repairs, and maintenance of buildings, social housing, and infrastructure projects

They also offer facilities management, energy solutions, and property services

MEARS LIMITED is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact

They have a dedicated sustainability team that works towards implementing eco-friendly practices in their operations

MEARS LIMITED offers a range of sustainable products and services, including renewable energy solutions, energy-efficient buildings, and green infrastructure

They also promote waste reduction and recycling, use of sustainable materials, and implementing sustainable construction practices

This has earned them recognition and awards for their sustainability efforts

The key people at MEARS LIMITED include the CEO, David Miles, and the Executive Director, John Taylor

They have a team of experienced and skilled professionals who are committed to providing high-quality services to their clients

For any inquiries or information, MEARS LIMITED can be contacted through their website, www.mearsgroup.co.uk, or their registered office address at 1390 Montpelier Court, Gloucester Business Park, Gloucester, GL3 4AH

With their strong focus on sustainability and expertise in the construction and maintenance industry, MEARS LIMITED continues to be a leading company in the UK

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The data shows a general trend of improvement in the average time taken for MEARS LIMITED to pay their invoices to suppliers. This can be seen through the decrease in the average time to pay from 58 days in the first period to 20 days in the most recent period.

Volatility Analysis

The data also shows a decrease in volatility as the company has become more consistent in paying their invoices within agreed terms. This can be seen through the decrease in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days from 44% in the first period to 2% in the most recent period.

Summary Analysis

Between the first and most recent period, there has been a significant improvement in MEARS LIMITED's payment practices. The average time to pay has decreased by 65%, from 58 days to 20 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has increased by 57%, from 14% to 71%. The percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has decreased by 43%, from 42% to 25%. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has decreased by 91%, from 44% to 4%. The percentage of invoices not paid within agreed terms has decreased by 88%, from 15% to 2%.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Suppliers: 30 days nett monthly (smaller non-core suppliers) or 60 days nett monthly (larger core suppliers) Subcontractors 30 days nett monthly (standard terms) or all approved invoices paid 6/16/26th of the month (Mears Payables)

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

Mears Limited actively seeks to resolve disputes by discussing with relevant personnel at the supplier. Discussions may involve accounts payable and credit control, procurement and commercial teams as well as members of management where necessary.

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