BUNZL UK LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
30Poor
1.0vs last year
#4299 in UK
#223 in Supply Chain
#1457 in London

Company Information

Company Number
02902454
Registered Address
York House, 45 Seymour Street, London, W1H 7JT
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,354
Turnover
£848,226,000
EBITDA
£72,123,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 February 1994
Nature of Business
46900 - Non-specialised wholesale trade
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
69 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:104 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
14%
31-60 Days
30%
After 60 Days
56%
Not Paid Within Terms40%

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: 2025-08-14
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202514 Aug 20256914%30%56%40%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202404 Feb 20256912%30%58%40%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202305 Feb 20246514%33%53%43%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20236514%32%54%44%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20226814%30%56%46%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202102 Feb 20226513%36%51%44%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20216912%30%58%28%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20216413%35%52%42%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20207011%30%59%39%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20196910%33%57%53%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 2018689%31%60%56%

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

Bunzl UK Limited does not operate with standard payment terms and negotiates payment terms individually with suppliers based on the commercial situation and these payment terms are not specifically dependent on their product/service or company size. Terms can be either a set number of days from receipt of goods or date of invoice, or end of month plus a set number of days after receipt of goods or date of invoice. The agreed payment terms with suppliers range from payable immediately to the longest agreed payment terms which are payable 90 days from the end of month with the standard payment terms reported (of 75 days) the most frequently used.

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

104

Dispute Resolution Process

Bunzl works closely with its suppliers to resolve any dispute in a cordial fashion. Queries raised by the supplier are dealt with by the relevant Accounts payable team in the first instance. Depending on the issue, the Procurement team may be involved to resolve any disputes or issues.

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

BUNZL UK LIMITED is a leading distributor of non-food consumables, operating in the UK and Ireland. The company offers a wide range of products and services to various industries, including healthcare, foodservice, retail, and facilities management.

The company is committed to sustainability and has a dedicated program in place to reduce its environmental impact. This includes initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy, and promoting sustainable products.

BUNZL UK LIMITED's products and services are diverse and cater to the needs of different businesses. They offer a range of packaging solutions, cleaning and hygiene products, foodservice disposables, and healthcare supplies. The company also provides bespoke solutions and services, tailored to the specific needs of their clients.

The key people at BUNZL UK LIMITED include Frank van Zanten, the CEO, and Paul Hussey, the Managing Director. They lead a team of over 5,000 employees who are committed to providing excellent service and building strong relationships with customers.

The company's website, www.bunzl.com, provides information about their products, services, and sustainability initiatives. The registered office address is York House, 45 Seymour Street, London, W1H 7JT.

In summary, BUNZL UK LIMITED is a leading distributor of non-food consumables, with a strong focus on sustainability. They offer a wide range of products and services, led by a dedicated team of key people, and can be contacted through their website or registered office address.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£153,686,000
Net Worth
£104,502,000
Total Current Assets
£611,130,000
Total Current Liabilities
£524,126,000

Company Location