ALPRO (UK) LIMITED demonstrates a predominantly mid-range payment cycle, with 58% of invoices settled within the 31–60 day window and an average payment time of 64 days, indicating a consistent pattern of extended but not severely delayed settlement. Only 14% of payments are made within 30 days, suggesting early or prompt payment is not a standard practice for this company. The 28% of payments exceeding 60 days signals a notable tail of slow settlements that pushes the overall average beyond the standard net-60 threshold.
With 15% of payments classified as late, ALPRO (UK) LIMITED presents a moderate but meaningful reliability concern for suppliers operating on tighter cash flow requirements. The concentration of payments in the 31–60 day band suggests a degree of process consistency, however the significant over-60-day portion introduces unpredictability around final settlement timing. Suppliers should anticipate that roughly one in four invoices will exceed 60 days, creating periodic working capital pressure.
ALPRO (UK) LIMITED represents a moderate payment risk profile, suitable for suppliers with sufficient liquidity to absorb a 60–70 day average collection cycle. Suppliers should factor the 15% late payment rate and 28% over-60-day proportion into credit terms, and consider negotiating contractual payment deadlines with late payment interest clauses as a protective measure. Conducting periodic account reviews and setting an appropriate credit limit relative to exposure is advised before committing to large or ongoing supply arrangements.
| 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 |
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| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 30 Jan 2026 | 64 | 14% | 58% | 28% | 15% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 08 Sept 2025 | 72 | 14% | 56% | 30% | 21% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 08 Sept 2025 | 62 | 16% | 56% | 28% | 21% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 08 Sept 2025 | 55 | 13% | 61% | 26% | 18% |
| 01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 | 08 Sept 2025 | 49 | 21% | 57% | 22% | 32% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 08 Sept 2025 | 54 | 19% | 52% | 29% | 24% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 08 Sept 2025 | 50 | 13% | 67% | 20% | 26% |
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Standard payment terms
Alpro Standard Payment Terms are 90 +2 days from the end of the month in which the expenditure is incurred, unless we are legally or contractually obliged to have lower payment terms, for example 30 days on spend that is majority related to our supply to UK Government entities. We can also agree exceptions where the Standard Payment Terms create undue cash flow pressure on smaller suppliers. Any deviation from the Standard Payment Terms must be justified in the New Vendor Form prior to submission to Sourcing Function and must follow an approval process within the Sourcing Function."
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
185
If a supplier has a complaint or dispute they will contact the UKIE DBS Procure to Pay department in the first instance, usually via email. The P2P team will investigate the status of the invoice and try and resolve the complaint with the supplier. If P2P cannot resolve the complaint the P2P team member will put the supplier in contact with the Buyer who requested the good/service. Danone follow a no PO no pay policy. The PO number is communicated by the Buyer to the Supplier at the point of placing an order. Danone reserve the right to reject invoices without PO's back to the Supplier
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?
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ALPRO (UK) LIMITED is the British arm of Alpro, a well-established plant-based food and drink brand operating as a private limited company in the United Kingdom. The organisation is responsible for the distribution and commercial operations of Alpro's range of plant-based products within the UK market.
The company is registered in England and Wales under company number 03708934 and has maintained an active status since its incorporation on 5 February 1999. Its registered office is located at Latimer Business Park, Altendiez Way, Burton Latimer, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 5YT, situating the business within the East Midlands region.
As a plant-based food and drink business operating in the UK, Alpro (UK) Limited is associated with the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of products derived from plant sources such as soya, oat, almond, and other natural ingredients. These products typically include dairy alternatives such as plant-based drinks, yoghurt alternatives, and cooking creams, catering to consumers seeking plant-based dietary options.
With over two decades of presence in the UK market, Alpro (UK) Limited represents an established player within the growing plant-based food and drink sector, serving both retail and foodservice channels across Britain.