EDWARDS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
51Fair
1.9vs last year
#3610 in UK
#80 in Manufacturing
#589 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
06124750
Registered Address
Innovation Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, England, RH15 9TW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,341
Turnover
£936,659,000
EBITDA
£260,922,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
22 February 2007
Nature of Business
28131 - Manufacture of pumps
Industries
Manufacturing
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
54 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
23%
31-60 Days
55%
After 60 Days
22%
Not Paid Within Terms12%

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 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20255222%59%19%8%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20255423%55%22%12%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202419 Jul 20245624%49%27%14%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202316 Jan 20245326%51%23%10%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20224438%50%12%21%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20205033%51%16%26%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201912 Jul 20194831%55%14%34%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20194136%57%7%44%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201820 Jul 20184334%52%14%58%

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 payment terms are 60 days from receipt of invoice. Further details can be found at https://www.edwardsvacuum.com/en/terms-and-conditions

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

The Company uses its reasonable endeavours to pay invoices promptly in accordance with its contractual payment terms unless an invoice is disputed.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

If any disagreement arises out of the invoices and their payment, the matter shall be disposed of as follows: the Supplier shall send an email to Accounts.Payable@edwardsvacuum.com with evidence that it met the invoicing requirements and with an explanation of its claim regarding any unpaid invoice. Accounts Payable Department should respond within 3 working days. If this dispute is not resolved, the Supplier should contact the Purchasing Manager who shall respond to the Supplier within 10 working days of receipt of the Supplier’s email and the parties will use their reasonable endeavours to resolve the matter promptly.

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

EDWARDS LIMITED is a British company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for the vacuum and pressure industries. The company was founded in 1919 and has since become a global leader in its field.

One of the key focuses of EDWARDS LIMITED is sustainability. The company has a comprehensive sustainability program that aims to minimize its environmental impact and promote ethical and responsible business practices. This includes reducing energy consumption, waste generation, and carbon emissions throughout its operations. EDWARDS LIMITED also works closely with its suppliers to ensure they adhere to similar sustainability standards.

The company offers a wide range of products and services, including vacuum pumps, abatement solutions, and industrial pumps. These products are used in various industries such as semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and chemical.

At the helm of EDWARDS LIMITED is its CEO, Nigel Hunton, who has been with the company since 2015. He is supported by a team of experienced executives who are responsible for driving the company's growth and success.

For more information on their products, services, and sustainability efforts, interested parties can visit the EDWARDS LIMITED website at www.edwardsvacuum.com. The company's registered office address is located at Manor Royal, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9LW, United Kingdom. With its commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions, EDWARDS LIMITED continues to be a leading player in the vacuum and pressure industries.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£685,690,000
Total Current Assets
£448,338,000
Total Current Liabilities
£229,074,000

Company Location