WILLIAM GRANT & SONS BRANDS LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 08871077
- Registered Address
- William Grant & Sons The Old Court House, 7 Parkshot, Richmond, England, TW9 2RF
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 238
- Turnover
- £1,085,756,000
- EBITDA
- £140,451,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://williamgrant.com
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 31 January 2014
- Nature of Business
- 46342 - Wholesale of wine, beer, spirits and other alcoholic beverages
- Industries
- Food And Drink
- Region
- London
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
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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 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 23 Jul 2025 | 50 | 29% | 56% | 15% | 35% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 12 Feb 2024 | 135 | 8% | 19% | 73% | 92% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 27 Jul 2021 | 49 | 30% | 55% | 15% | 34% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 28 Jul 2020 | 64 | 14% | 60% | 26% | 44% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 29 Jan 2020 | 58 | 16% | 62% | 24% | 43% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 27 Jul 2018 | 53 | 20% | 62% | 18% | 42% |
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
Shortest: 14 days from date of invoice. Longest: 45 days from date of invoice. Results have been calculated based on invoice date as our systems do not record the actual date the invoice was received by the business.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
A significant number of invoices in this company are from other group companies. We do not track invoices under dispute so cannot advise on the value of these invoices.
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
90
Dispute Resolution Process
In the first instance, all queries should be directed to the relevant business contact.
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?
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
Company Summary
William Grant & Sons Brands Limited is a family-owned distillery company based in Scotland, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1887 by William Grant and is now run by the fifth generation of the Grant family. The company is known for its premium spirits and has a strong commitment to sustainability.
Their sustainability program, known as "Our Sustainable Future", focuses on five key areas: responsible sourcing, energy and emissions, water stewardship, waste management, and community engagement. They have set ambitious targets to reduce their environmental impact and have implemented various initiatives to achieve them. For example, they have installed renewable energy sources and invested in water conservation projects.
The company's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Glenfiddich, The Balvenie, Hendrick's Gin, and Tullamore D.E.W. They also have a range of premium liqueurs and mixers. Their products are distributed globally, and they have a strong presence in the United Kingdom, United States, and Asia.
The key people at William Grant & Sons Brands Limited include the current Chairman, Glenn Gordon, and the CEO, Simon Hunt. They also have a team of experienced and knowledgeable master blenders, distillers, and brand ambassadors who are responsible for creating and promoting their high-quality products.
The company's website (www.williamgrant.com) provides information about their products, sustainability efforts, and company history. Their registered office address is William Grant & Sons Distillers Ltd, The Glenfiddich Distillery, Dufftown, Banffshire AB55 4DH, Scotland.
