SPRINGFIELDS FUELS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2024
50Poor
10.9vs last year
#4342 in UK
#319 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
03857770
Registered Address
Springfields, Salwick, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 0XJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
730
Turnover
£179,044,000
EBITDA
£19,812,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
7 October 1999
Nature of Business
24460 - Processing of nuclear fuel
Industries
Manufacturing
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
45 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
19%
31-60 Days
74%
After 60 Days
7%
Not Paid Within Terms24%

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: 2025-01-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20254519%74%7%24%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20244616%74%10%19%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 2024558%64%28%26%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202326 Jul 2023586%66%28%21%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20214712%77%11%19%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20204218%76%6%33%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20203930%67%3%11%
01 Apr 2018 - 31 Dec 201824 Jan 20194427%66%7%20%

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

60 days nett or less as per customer flowdown.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

In order to improve the UK payment process and align to UK requirements a new standard payment terms process has been implemented in the UK to ensure prompt payment to suppliers required for payment with in 30 days and to decrease the max payment terms for the UK to 60 days. Further to this practice in the first half of the year in the 2nd half of the year all small to medium suppliers were moved to 30 day payment terms as per the PPC requirements.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

For payment queries the suppliers are asked to email the accounts payable department or the suppliers account manager. Matters not resolved immediately with the accounts payable section can be referred to the Westinghouse procurement team. A new Accounts Payable process has been implemented to ensure invoice queries can be escalated and resolved more timely and effectively.

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

SPRINGFIELDS FUELS LIMITED is a UK-based company that specializes in the production and supply of nuclear fuel for the energy industry. The company was established in 1946 and has been a leading player in the nuclear industry for over 70 years.

As part of their commitment to sustainability, SPRINGFIELDS FUELS LIMITED has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. These include reducing their carbon footprint, using renewable energy sources, and minimizing waste through recycling and reuse.

Their products and services include the production of fuel rods and assemblies for nuclear power plants, as well as the recycling and disposal of nuclear waste. They also offer consultancy services for the safe handling and storage of nuclear materials.

The key people behind SPRINGFIELDS FUELS LIMITED include their Managing Director, Mr. Michael Heaton, and their Head of Sustainability, Ms. Samantha Jones. They are supported by a team of experienced professionals in the nuclear industry.

The company's registered office address is at Springfields, Salwick, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 0XJ, UK. Their website address is www.springfieldsfuels.com, where customers can find more information about their products, services, and sustainability initiatives. Overall, SPRINGFIELDS FUELS LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable company that plays a crucial role in the energy industry in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£2,925,000
Net Worth
£90,672,000
Total Current Assets
£100,173,000
Total Current Liabilities
£93,075,000

Company Location