ASSOCIATED PRESS TELEVISION NEWS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
47Poor
1.4vs last year
#3764 in UK
#157 in Creative
#1363 in London

Company Information

Company Number
03589918
Registered Address
The Interchange, Oval Road, London, NW1 7DZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
356
Turnover
£97,821,000
EBITDA
£23,131,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
30 June 1998
Nature of Business
63910 - News agency activities
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
35 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
32%
31-60 Days
64%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms87%

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: 2025-07-23
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 202523 Jul 20253532%64%4%87%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202423 Jul 20243432%66%2%83%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20243335%62%3%81%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20233633%63%4%86%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20223258%38%4%33%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 20223160%38%2%23%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20213359%38%3%25%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20203153%44%3%49%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20202575%21%4%30%

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

APTN Limited standard payment terms for freelancer invoices are 30 days from the date of invoice, for all other vendors standard payment terms are 45 days from date of invoice.

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

All disputes are dealt with through the Accounts Payables team in London with assistance from the department who procured the services or goods in question. Suppliers can contact the Payables team directly through the APTN Payable email address or telephone numbers provided on remittance advices. Queries are handled as a priority on a daily basis and escalated as appropriate within the business to ensure timely resolution. Complaints are raised as they occur to the Accounts Payable Manager and where necessary escalated to the Finance Director. Once disputes are resolved payments due are made on the next payment proposal.

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

Associated Press Television News Limited (APTN) is a global news agency headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is a subsidiary of the Associated Press, one of the largest and oldest news organizations in the world.

APTN is known for providing timely and accurate TV news coverage and content to broadcasters and digital platforms around the world. The company has a team of experienced journalists and correspondents in over 100 countries, ensuring comprehensive coverage of breaking news, events, and human interest stories.

In addition to its news services, APTN also offers a range of sustainability programs to reduce its environmental impact and promote responsible business practices. The company has implemented initiatives such as energy efficiency, waste reduction, and recycling to minimize its carbon footprint.

APTN's products and services include live video news feeds, edited packages, and archive footage. The company also offers custom content and live streaming solutions to meet the specific needs of its clients.

The key people at APTN include Gary Pruitt, President and CEO of the Associated Press; Nigel Baker, Managing Director of APTN; and Sandy MacIntyre, Director of Operations. They are supported by a team of dedicated professionals who strive to deliver high-quality news and services.

The contact information for APTN can be found on their website at www.aptn.com. Their registered office address is The Interchange, Oval Road, London NW1 7DZ, United Kingdom. Customers and clients can also stay updated on APTN's latest news and developments through their social media channels on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,247,723
Net Worth
£38,120,497
Total Current Assets
£46,424,669
Total Current Liabilities
£21,049,798

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