United Infrastructure Water Limited displays a notably slow payment pattern, with an average settlement time of 53 days and only 14% of invoices paid within the standard 30-day window. The dominant payment band is 31–60 days at 47%, while a significant 39% of payments extend beyond 60 days, indicating a structural tendency toward late settlement rather than isolated delays. This distribution suggests a persistent and entrenched payment behaviour rather than a temporary cash flow issue.
With 77% of payments recorded as late, the company demonstrates a highly unreliable payment profile that presents a substantial predictability risk for suppliers managing cash flow. The wide spread across payment bands — from under 30 days to over 60 days — indicates considerable inconsistency, making it difficult to forecast when invoices will actually be settled. This level of variability elevates both credit risk and administrative burden for any supplier extending standard payment terms.
United Infrastructure Water Limited represents a high-risk payment counterparty, and suppliers should approach new or expanded credit arrangements with caution given the 77% late payment rate and 53-day average. It is strongly advisable to implement tighter credit controls, including shorter payment terms, invoice financing provisions, or partial upfront payments to offset exposure. Suppliers already engaged with this company should consider proactive account monitoring and may wish to apply late payment charges in line with applicable statutory entitlements.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 | 01 Apr 2026 | 53 | 14% | 47% | 39% | 77% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
We do not have standard payment terms as we agree terms as part of the contract negotiation, however for subcontractors the most common payment terms are 45 days after the accounting month end providing a valid application is received. For suppliers the most frequently used payment terms are 60 days after the month in which the invoice is received.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
n/a
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
91
At United infrastructure we would always seek to resolve disputes with the relevant supply chain member by discussion and negotiation. With regard to a supplier this would usually be done by involving members of our finance, procurement and/or commercial teams and may also be escalated to members of management.
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
United Infrastructure Water Limited is a private limited company operating within the water infrastructure sector in the United Kingdom. The company's name indicates a focus on infrastructure services related to water, positioning it within an essential utilities and civil engineering industry.
The company is registered in England and Wales under company number 02673066 and holds active status. Incorporated on 19 December 1991, United Infrastructure Water Limited has maintained a continuous presence in the market for over three decades. The company's registered office is located at Building 4 Clearwater, Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 3UZ, situating it in the North West of England.
Companies operating within the water infrastructure sector in the UK typically provide services encompassing the design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater networks. This includes work on pipelines, treatment facilities, pumping stations, and associated civil engineering assets that support the supply and management of water services across residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
The North West of England represents a significant region for water infrastructure activity, home to established utility networks serving large urban and rural populations. United Infrastructure Water Limited is positioned within this sector to support the ongoing operational and developmental requirements of water service provision in the United Kingdom.