RCL CRUISES LTD

PaymentCheck Score 2025
53Fair
7.3vs last year
#3505 in UK
#90 in Events And Venues
#571 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
07366612
Registered Address
7, The Heights, Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey, Brooklands, Weybridge, England, KT13 0XW
Status
Active
Employee Count
358
Turnover
£2,748,974,000
EBITDA
£344,971,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
6 September 2010
Nature of Business
50100 - Sea and coastal passenger water transport
79110 - Travel agency activities
Industries
Events And Venues, Travel And Transportation, Waterways Travel
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
48 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:75 days
Max Contractual:75 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
34%
31-60 Days
43%
After 60 Days
23%
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: 2025-07-28
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 202528 Jul 20254834%43%23%27%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20254834%39%27%67%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20244938%37%23%64%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202328 Jul 20234835%42%23%71%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20225036%47%17%63%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20215131%48%21%71%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20204529%56%15%69%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201930 Jul 20194827%54%19%77%

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

Unless otherwise agreed in writing RCL Cruises Ltd will pay undisputed invoices within 75 days of receipt of a correctly prepared and properly due VAT invoice from a third party supplier. Invoices must generally state: the contact details of the RCL Cruises Ltd point of contact; the relevant purchase order number where applicable; relevant currency; all charges and applicable taxes, and a description of the goods/services.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

75

Dispute Resolution Process

RCL Cruises Ltd point of contact varies from supplier to supplier and in the first instance disputes are handled by the relevant business manager, with escalation to appropriate senior RCL Cruises Ltd contacts in order to reach resolution effectively. Additionally suppliers can contact our UK Accounts Payable team (accountspayable.uk@rccl.com).

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

RCL CRUISES LTD is a British-American company that operates a fleet of 62 cruise ships under their brands Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Azamara Cruises. They offer a variety of cruise itineraries to destinations around the world including the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia.

In terms of sustainability, RCL CRUISES LTD has a robust program in place to reduce their environmental impact. They have implemented advanced technologies such as exhaust gas cleaning systems and waste management systems to reduce air and water pollution. They also have a dedicated team that works to conserve energy and reduce waste onboard their ships.

Their products and services include a wide range of cruise experiences, from family-friendly cruises to luxury and adventure cruises. They also offer shore excursions, onboard activities, and dining options to enhance the guest experience.

Key people at RCL CRUISES LTD include Richard D. Fain, the Chairman and CEO, and Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International. They have a team of over 75,000 employees worldwide who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to their guests.

The company's registered office address is in Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom. Their website, www.rclcorporate.com, provides information about their brands, itineraries, and sustainability efforts. They also have a contact page on their website where guests can submit inquiries or concerns.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£38,803,352
Net Worth
-£1,490,851,312
Total Current Assets
£181,278,907
Total Current Liabilities
£2,308,427,751

Company Location