United Infrastructure Energy Limited demonstrates a consistently slow payment pattern, with an average payment time of 50 days and the majority of payments (58%) falling within the 31–60 day band. Only 12% of invoices are settled within standard 30-day terms, indicating that extended payment timelines are the norm rather than the exception for this company. The 30% of payments exceeding 60 days further confirms a structural tendency toward late settlement rather than an isolated or improving trend.
With 72% of all payments classified as late, this company presents a high-risk and largely unpredictable payment profile for suppliers relying on timely cash flow. The wide spread across payment bands — from sub-30 days to over 60 days — suggests inconsistent internal payment processes or cash flow constraints rather than a disciplined, albeit slow, payment cycle. This variability makes accurate accounts receivable forecasting difficult and increases the administrative burden of chasing outstanding invoices.
United Infrastructure Energy Limited represents an elevated payment risk, and suppliers should approach engagement with clear protective measures in place. It is strongly advisable to negotiate shorter contractual payment terms (e.g., 30 days) with explicit late payment penalties, or to require partial upfront payment to reduce exposure. Where the business relationship is deemed valuable, credit limits should be set conservatively and invoices monitored proactively from the date of issue.
| 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 |
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| 01 Oct 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 | 01 Apr 2026 | 50 | 12% | 58% | 30% | 72% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
We do not have standard payment terms as we agree terms as part of the contract negotiation, however for subcontractors the most common payment terms are 45 days after the accounting month end providing a valid application is received. For suppliers the most frequently used payment terms are 60 days after the month in which the invoice is received.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
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Maximum contractual payment period agreed
91
At United infrastructure we would always seek to resolve disputes with the relevant supply chain member by discussion and negotiation. With regard to a supplier this would usually be done by involving members of our finance, procurement and/or commercial teams and may also be escalated to members of management.
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?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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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.
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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
United Infrastructure Energy Limited is a private limited company operating within the infrastructure and energy sectors in the United Kingdom. The company's name reflects a focus on the development, delivery, or support of energy-related infrastructure projects and services.
The company was incorporated on 29 May 2012 and is registered in England and Wales under company number 08086718. Its registered office is located at Building 4 Clearwater, Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 3UZ, placing it within the North West region of England.
Companies operating in the infrastructure and energy sector in the UK typically provide services spanning the planning, construction, maintenance, and management of energy systems and associated infrastructure. This can encompass work across utilities, power networks, renewable energy installations, and civil engineering projects that support the UK's wider energy supply and distribution requirements.
With over a decade of operation since its incorporation in 2012, United Infrastructure Energy Limited represents an established presence within the North West's infrastructure and energy business community, serving clients and stakeholders across what is a critical and regulated sector of the UK economy.