NATS LIMITED

Company Details

Registration Number

03155567

Registered Address

4000 Parkway Whiteley Fareham Hampshire PO15 7FL

Company Status

Active

Employee Count

4012

Turnover

£513,500,000

EBITDA

£0

Additional Information

Website

nats.aero

Company Type

Private limited Company

Incorporated on

31 January 1996

Nature of Business (SIC)

51101 - Scheduled passenger air transport

Industries

0

Company Location

Google
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Financial Overview

Cash

£3,900,000

Net Worth

£253,400,000

Last Reporting Period

Filed

26 Oct 2023

Period

01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sep 2023

Payment Timing

Average Time to Pay

27 days

Payment Periods

Shortest

30 days

Longest

60 days

Max Contractual

60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 days88%
31-60 days10%
After 60 days2%

Not Paid Within Terms

10%

Payment Features

Payment Codes
E-Invoicing
Supply Chain Finance

Payment Time Trends

9/30/20233/31/20239/30/20223/31/20229/30/20213/31/20219/30/20203/31/20209/30/20193/31/20199/30/2018015304560

Payment Distribution Trends

9/30/20233/31/20239/30/20223/31/20229/30/20213/31/20219/30/20203/31/20209/30/20193/31/20199/30/20180255075100

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sep 202326 Oct 20232788%10%2%10%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202326 Apr 20232979%20%1%11%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 202227 Oct 20223082%16%2%12%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202229 Apr 20223678%17%5%13%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sep 202128 Oct 20215062%20%18%21%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202128 Apr 20214956%24%20%37%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sep 202026 Oct 20205047%27%26%49%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202029 Apr 20203082%14%4%21%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sep 201921 Oct 20193182%13%5%19%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201923 Apr 20193680%15%5%19%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sep 201829 Oct 20183365%31%4%37%

Company Summary

NATS LIMITED is a leading air navigation services provider in the United Kingdom, responsible for managing the safe and efficient movement of aircraft within British airspace

The company was established in 1962 and is headquartered in Hampshire, England

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

This includes reducing carbon emissions, promoting sustainable travel, and implementing energy-efficient practices in their operations

The company is also working towards achieving a zero-waste goal by recycling and reusing materials

The company offers a range of services, including air traffic control, flight information, and meteorological services

They also provide consultancy and training services to other air navigation service providers worldwide

The key people at NATS LIMITED include Martin Rolfe, the CEO, and Tim Bullock, the Chairman

They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing safe and efficient air navigation services

To contact NATS LIMITED, individuals can visit their website at www.nats.aero

The registered office address is NATS Corporate and Technical Centre, 4000 Parkway, Whiteley, Fareham, Hampshire PO15 7FL, United Kingdom

In conclusion, NATS LIMITED is a well-established air navigation services provider in the UK with a strong commitment to sustainability

They offer a range of services and have a team of experienced professionals, making them a trusted partner in the aviation industry

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for NATS LIMITED to pay invoices has decreased over the past three periods, from 33 days in 2018-2019 to 27 days in 2022-2023. Additionally, the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has consistently remained above 60%, with a high of 88% in 2023. However, there has been an increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the most recent period, reaching 26% in 2020-2021.

Volatility Analysis

The average time taken for NATS LIMITED to pay invoices has shown a moderate level of volatility, with a range of 23 days over the past three periods. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also shown a moderate level of volatility, with a range of 22% over the same period.

Summary Analysis

NATS LIMITED has shown improvement in their average time taken to pay invoices, with a decrease from 33 days in 2018-2019 to 27 days in 2022-2023. The company has also consistently paid a majority of their invoices within 30 days, with a high of 88% in 2023. However, there has been a slight increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the most recent period, reaching 26% in 2020-2021.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Subject to the proper performance of the contract, invoices which are correct in all material respects, properly addressed and bearing the Purchase Order number shall be paid by NATS within 30 days of receipt or as otherwise agreed in writing.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

In order to be processed, invoices must quote a valid purchase order number and must be addressed to: NATS Ltd Office 202 & 203 Regus, Westpoint 4 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ Invoices must either be submitted electronically as an e-invoice on the Ariba platform (for Purchase Orders issued via Ariba) or provided in PDF form by email to plservices@nats.co.uk. NATS no longer regularly monitors receipt of paper invoices which are delivered by post. Invoices which are not correctly addressed with a valid purchase order and sent to NATS in the manner described above may not be settled within agreed terms.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

We will inform suppliers promptly when invoices are contested. Any complaints from suppliers regarding non-payment will be dealt with in an effective and timely manner.

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?

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