UNIVERSAL PICTURES INTERNATIONAL UK EIRE LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 05928737
- Registered Address
- 1 Central St. Giles, St. Giles High Street, London, WC2H 8NU
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 28.0
- Turnover
- 83358000.0
- EBITDA
- 2528000.0
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 8 September 2006
- Nature of Business
- 59131 - Motion picture distribution activities$70100 - Activities of head offices
- Industries
- Creative,Media And Publishing,Lifestyle And Entertainment
- Region
- London
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Financial Metrics
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Performance Reports History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 31 Jan 2024 | 36 | 80% | 14% | 6% | 16% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 42 | 68% | 23% | 10% | 29% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 30 Jan 2023 | 37 | 76% | 17% | 7% | 21% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 29 Jul 2022 | 36 | 80% | 12% | 8% | 17% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 28 Jan 2022 | 35 | 68% | 27% | 6% | 29% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 28 Jul 2021 | 61 | 42% | 29% | 28% | 58% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 28 Jan 2021 | 77 | 35% | 31% | 34% | 64% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 31 Jul 2020 | 46 | 58% | 25% | 16% | 40% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 28 Jan 2020 | 39 | 66% | 23% | 11% | 33% |
| 01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 | 23 Jul 2019 | 47 | 64% | 26% | 10% | 36% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 28 Jan 2019 | 35 | 79% | 14% | 7% | 12% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 24 Jul 2018 | 40 | 74% | 16% | 10% | 19% |
Company Summary
Universal Pictures International UK & Eire Limited is a leading film distribution company in the United Kingdom and Ireland
They are a subsidiary of Universal Pictures, a major American film studio and one of the oldest and most renowned in the world
The company's main activities include acquiring, marketing, and distributing films to cinemas and home entertainment platforms in the UK and Ireland
They work with a wide range of filmmakers and production companies to bring a diverse range of high-quality films to audiences
Some of their recent releases include blockbusters such as Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, and 1917
Universal Pictures International UK & Eire Limited is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact
They have a sustainability program that focuses on reducing energy consumption, waste, and carbon footprint in their operations
They also work with their partners and suppliers to promote sustainable practices in film production
The company offers a range of products and services to their customers, including theatrical releases, home entertainment releases, and digital distribution
They also offer marketing and promotional services to help promote and drive audience interest in films
Additionally, they have a dedicated team that handles the distribution of films to cinemas and works closely with exhibitors to ensure smooth and successful releases
The key people at Universal Pictures International UK & Eire Limited include the Managing Director, Pauline Grimaldi d'Esdra, and the Senior Vice President of International Marketing, Niels Swinkels
They lead a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about bringing the best films to audiences in the UK and Ireland
For more information on Universal Pictures International UK & Eire Limited, their website address is www.universalpictures.com/uk
Their registered office address is 1 Central St Giles, St Giles High Street, London WC2H 8NU, United Kingdom
Company Review
Trend Analysis
The data shows a fluctuating trend for Universal Pictures International UK & Eire Limited's average time to pay invoices. In the first two periods (2018-01-01 to 2019-06-30), the average time to pay decreased from 40 to 35 days, but then increased to 47 days in the next period. It then decreased again to 39 days in the following period, before increasing to 46 days in the first half of 2020. The second half of 2020 saw a significant increase to 77 days, followed by a decrease to 61 days in the first half of 2021. The most recent period (2021-07-01 to 2023-06-30) shows a slight increase to 64 days.
Volatility Analysis
The data also shows a high level of volatility in the company's invoice payment behavior. In the first period (2018-01-01 to 2018-06-30), the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days was 74%, but this dropped to 66% in the next period. It then increased to 80% in the following period, before dropping to 58% in the first half of 2020. The second half of 2020 saw a significant decrease to 35%, followed by an increase to 42% in the first half of 2021. The most recent period shows a slight decrease to 35%.
Summary Analysis
Looking at the average time to pay, there was an overall increase from the first period (40 days) to the most recent period (42 days). However, there were periods of decrease in between. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days also shows a similar trend, with a decrease in the most recent period compared to the first period. The worst period for late payments was the second half of 2020, where 34% of invoices were paid later than 60 days. The shortest standard payment period for the company has remained constant at 1 day throughout all the periods.
Invoice Payment Practices
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Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
The most common payment terms of invoices paid in the period are net 30 days, from date of invoice.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No
Any other information about payment terms
Vendors classified as Freelancer are assign 14 days as payment terms.
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
30
Dispute Resolution Process
Disputes are resolved with the claimant by negotiation involving the business, accounts payable and NBCU Business lead counsel, and if required litigation counsel will be contacted.
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.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
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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?
No information available
