ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
03751674
Registered Address
436 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, CB4 0QA
Status
Active
Employee Count
166.0
Turnover
202456000.0
EBITDA
145893000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
14 April 1999
Nature of Business
72110 - Research and experimental development on biotechnology
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
East of England

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£38,101,162.00
Net Worth
£88,685,988.00
Total Current Assets
£72,309,024.00
Total Current Liabilities
£8,291,759.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-30

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms19%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20241493%6%1%19%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202302 Aug 20231397%3%0%16%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202217 Jan 20231395%4%1%15%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202221 Jul 20221396%3%1%13%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202121 Jan 20221593%6%1%17%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202114 Jul 20211889%10%1%21%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202021 Jan 20212081%18%1%27%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202020 Jul 20201791%8%1%18%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201917 Jan 20201988%10%2%22%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201924 Jul 20191694%4%2%16%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201821 Jan 20191889%9%2%21%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201802 Aug 20181892%7%1%21%

Company Summary

ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED is a UK-based biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery and development of innovative small molecule drugs to treat cancer and other diseases

The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Cambridge, UK

The company's sustainability program is centered on reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices

This includes using renewable energy sources, implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives, and minimizing water consumption

ASTEX also prioritizes ethical sourcing and responsible business practices in its supply chain

ASTEX's main products and services include drug discovery and development, as well as collaborations and partnerships with other companies and academic institutions

The company's drug development pipeline includes potential treatments for a range of cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia and solid tumors

Key people at ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED include the CEO Harren Jhoti, who co-founded the company, and the Chief Scientific Officer and President James Lorens

The company also has a team of experienced scientists and researchers who are dedicated to advancing its drug development programs

ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED can be contacted through their website at www.astex-therapeutics.com or via their registered office address at 436 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 0QA, UK

The company's website provides information on its products, pipeline, and collaborations, as well as career opportunities and news updates

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED to pay invoices has been steadily decreasing over the past three years, from 18 days in 2018 to 13 days in 2023. This indicates an improvement in the company's efficiency in paying invoices.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility in ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED's payment patterns can be seen in the fluctuation of the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, which has ranged from 81% in 2020 to 96% in 2022. This indicates that the company's payment behavior is not consistent and may be influenced by external factors.

Summary Analysis

The data for ASTEX THERAPEUTICS LIMITED shows an overall improvement in their payment behavior. The company has consistently paid the majority of their invoices within the agreed terms, with the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days ranging from 89% to 96%. There has also been a decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices, from 18 days in 2018 to 13 days in 2023.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

General payment terms are within 30 days

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Complaints or concerns will be considered by the Finance Department, our contract details and payment terms are detailed on our purchase orders

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