HOWDEN GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
63Fair
3.0vs last year
#3228 in UK
#431 in Financial Services
#1274 in London

Company Information

Company Number
02937398
Registered Address
One Creechurch Place, London, United Kingdom, EC3A 5AF
Status
Active
Employee Count
17,616
Turnover
£2,864,800,000
EBITDA
£386,600,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 June 1994
Nature of Business
65120 - Non-life insurance
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Financial Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
38 days
Shortest Period:5 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
0%
31-60 Days
100%
After 60 Days
0%
Not Paid Within Terms100%

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: 2024-10-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202331 Oct 20234562%14%24%35%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202228 Oct 20223961%11%29%36%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202203 May 20223765%10%24%34%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202129 Oct 20213069%8%24%31%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202126 Apr 20213961%11%29%36%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201914 Nov 20193754%12%34%48%

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

Payment terms agreed with suppliers as part of contract negotiations. The most commonly used terms are 30 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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Howden has a dedicated Finance Operations Team, which is reachable by phone and email. Suppliers with invoice disputes contact this team and if the team is not able to resolve they escalate the issue to the Finance Operations Manager. The Finance Operations Team work with the supplier to resolve promptly

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

Howden Group Holdings Limited is a global engineering company that provides a range of products and services to a variety of industries. The company was founded in 1854 and is headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland.

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact and promoting ethical and responsible business practices. They have set targets to reduce their carbon emissions, waste, and water usage, and have implemented sustainable sourcing practices.

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including air and gas handling equipment, heat exchangers, compressors, and waste heat recovery systems. They also provide engineering and project management services, as well as aftermarket support and maintenance.

Key people at Howden Group Holdings Limited include the CEO, Ross Shuster, and the Chairman, Tim Rowley. They have a team of over 6,000 employees globally, with operations in more than 100 countries.

Their website address is www.howden.com, where customers can find information about their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts. The registered office address is 27/28 Eastcastle Street, London, W1W 8DH, United Kingdom.

In summary, Howden Group Holdings Limited is a leading engineering company with a strong focus on sustainability. They offer a diverse range of products and services and have a global presence. With their commitment to ethical and responsible business practices, they are a trusted partner for businesses in various industries.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£2,004,900,000
Net Worth
-£3,931,600,000
Total Current Assets
£3,083,500,000
Total Current Liabilities
£2,429,000,000

Company Location