UNIVERSAL PICTURES INTERNATIONAL UK & EIRE LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
82Good
9.0vs last year
#1600 in UK
#55 in Creative
#703 in London

Company Information

Company Number
05928737
Registered Address
1 Central St. Giles, St. Giles High Street, London, WC2H 8NU
Status
Active
Employee Count
28
Turnover
£83,358,000
EBITDA
£2,528,000

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

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
83%
31-60 Days
14%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms27%

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: 2025-07-31
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 202531 Jul 20253083%14%3%27%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20253569%22%9%31%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20243680%14%6%16%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20234268%23%10%29%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20223680%12%8%17%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20223568%27%6%29%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20216142%29%28%58%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 20203966%23%11%33%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201923 Jul 20194764%26%10%36%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201828 Jan 20193579%14%7%12%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201824 Jul 20184074%16%10%19%

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

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 information available

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.

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

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.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£3,764,000
Total Current Assets
£11,219,000
Total Current Liabilities
£7,455,000

Company Location