MATTHEW CLARK BIBENDUM LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
37Poor
4.4vs last year
#4200 in UK
#201 in Distribution And Delivery
#204 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
02550982
Employee Count
1,406
Turnover
£819,812,000
EBITDA
£2,473,000

Additional Details

Industries
Distribution And Delivery, Food And Drink, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
60 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
16%
31-60 Days
59%
After 60 Days
25%
Not Paid Within Terms43%

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: 2025-03-27
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202527 Mar 20256016%59%25%43%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202428 Mar 20248920%47%33%55%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202329 Mar 20235512%71%17%28%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202229 Sept 20225812%69%18%34%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202204 Apr 20227012%48%39%54%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202129 Sept 20216313%60%27%49%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202130 Mar 2021957%56%37%51%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202029 Sept 2020927%47%46%75%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201929 Mar 201910213%40%47%60%
01 May 2017 - 29 Oct 201730 Nov 20175912%58%30%62%

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

EOM + 90 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

120

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoicing discrepancies are resolved directly between the relevant business Procurement contact and the supplier.

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

Matthew Clark Bibendum Limited is a leading drinks supplier in the UK, providing a wide range of products and services to the hospitality industry. The company is committed to sustainability and has a number of initiatives in place to reduce their environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes measures such as reducing packaging waste, using renewable energy sources, and implementing sustainable sourcing practices. They also work closely with their suppliers to ensure ethical and responsible production of their products.

The company offers a diverse range of products, including wines, spirits, beers, ciders, and soft drinks from both well-known brands and smaller, independent producers. They also provide training and support to their customers, helping them to make informed and responsible choices when it comes to their beverage offerings.

Key people at Matthew Clark Bibendum Limited include their CEO, Steve Thomson, and their Executive Director, Robert Micklewright. The company has a team of experienced industry professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality products and services to their customers.

For more information, their website address is www.matthewclark.co.uk, where customers can browse their products, place orders, and access resources and training materials. The registered office address is Matthew Clark Bibendum Limited, Whitchurch Lane, Bristol, BS14 0JZ, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£26,860,000
Net Worth
£47,908,000
Total Current Assets
£177,688,000
Total Current Liabilities
£261,033,000