PATHEON UK LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
57Fair
2.6vs last year
#3245 in UK
#33 in Life Sciences And Medical Technology
#163 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
03764421
Registered Address
Kingfisher Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 5BZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
669
Turnover
£846,373,000
EBITDA
£249,206,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 April 1999
Nature of Business
21100 - Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products
21200 - Manufacture of pharmaceutical preparations
71200 - Technical testing and analysis
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
38%
31-60 Days
46%
After 60 Days
16%
Not Paid Within Terms29%

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: 2025-08-04
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 202504 Aug 20254338%46%16%29%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20254346%40%14%33%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20244246%39%15%43%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20234341%47%12%40%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202225 Jan 20234446%41%13%42%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20204435%50%15%57%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 20203947%38%15%72%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201930 Jul 20194045%42%13%73%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20193560%33%7%80%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20183752%36%12%67%

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

Standard contractual terms are 90 days. However the type of goods or services and vendor requirements are taken into consideration when negotiating contracts and the agreed terms are clearly indicated on the purchase order.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner. We seek to resolve queries as quickly as possible to the satisfaction of all parties prior to payment being made. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved it is escalated internally and with the supplier to seek resolution.

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

PATHEON UK LIMITED is a leading pharmaceutical company that specializes in the development, manufacture, and distribution of high-quality medicines. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and promote social responsibility.

Their sustainability program focuses on minimizing waste, conserving resources, and reducing their carbon footprint. They have implemented energy-efficient practices, such as using renewable energy sources and optimizing their production processes. Additionally, they have a robust recycling program and encourage their employees to participate in community service projects.

PATHEON UK LIMITED offers a wide range of products and services, including contract development and manufacturing, formulation development, and analytical testing. They work with various industries, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and consumer health.

The key people at PATHEON UK LIMITED include their CEO, Michel Lagarde, and their Managing Director, Rob Wilson. They have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services to their clients.

To learn more about their products and services, you can visit their website at https://www.patheon.com/. Their registered office address is at 210 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3XE, United Kingdom. You can also contact them through their email address, info.uk@patheon.com, or by phone at +44 (0) 1753 512 000.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£243,761,142
Net Worth
£516,277,802
Total Current Assets
£699,349,199
Total Current Liabilities
£375,273,041

Company Location