AQUILA AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2022
72Fair
9.3vs last year
#2600 in UK
#13 in Safety And Security
#416 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
09256777
Registered Address
350 Longwater Avenue, Green Park, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG2 6GF
Status
Active
Employee Count
356
Turnover
£100,822,000
EBITDA
£4,836,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 October 2014
Nature of Business
52290 - Other transportation support activities
84220 - Defence activities
Industries
Safety And Security
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
28 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
65%
31-60 Days
32%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms42%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for Aquila Air Traffic Management Services Limited shows a fluctuation in their average time to pay invoices, with an overall increase from 26 days in 2018 to 33 days in 2022. However, their performance has improved since their highest average time of 32 days in 2019. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also fluctuated, with a decrease from 69% in 2018 to 65% in 2022. There has also been an increase in the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days, from 27% in 2018 to 32% in 2022.

Volatility Analysis

Aquila Air Traffic Management Services Limited has shown volatility in their payment performance, with fluctuations in their average time to pay and percentage of invoices paid within 30 days. However, there has been a consistent trend of paying a higher percentage of invoices within 30 days compared to those paid later than 60 days. The company has also not had any periods where they did not pay within their agreed terms.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2022-10-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202226 Oct 20222865%32%3%42%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202219 Apr 20223369%27%4%39%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202108 Nov 20212675%22%3%32%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202127 Apr 20212381%16%3%25%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202020 Oct 20203159%36%5%48%
01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 202025 Apr 20203156%41%3%50%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201917 Oct 20193261%31%8%47%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201917 Apr 20192883%14%3%28%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201823 Oct 20182669%27%4%39%

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

All invoices shall be payable 30 days from the end of the month in which the invoice is received.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

• The supplier shall submit invoices to the address stated on the order after delivery of the goods or the performance of the services. • No payments shall be made until and unless the goods and/or services have been accepted. • Payment may be delayed if the supplier fails to provide an invoice that includes the following information: purchase order number and the order item number; goods and/or services to which it relates; supplier’s VAT number; supplier’s bank account number, sort code and invoice address; invoice number; date of the invoice; the name and full address of Aquila; delivery address; price and the total amount due. • Aquila reserves the right to reject an invoice that does not include the information set out above. • Aquila shall be entitled to offset against the price any sums that are owed to Aquila by the supplier. • In the event that Aquila does not make a payment against a correctly submitted invoice within the period stated the supplier reserves the right to charge interest on such late payment at a rate no greater than 1% per annum above the Bank of England’s base rate calculated on a daily basis commencing 14 days from the date on which payment was due provided that the supplier has given 14 days written notice to Aquila that such payment is overdue.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Aquila will endeavour to advise suppliers promptly of any disputes or reasons as to why an invoice will not be paid within the agreed terms. Invoices that are subject to dispute will not be paid until the dispute has been resolved. Once resolved, payment will be made in accordance with the terms of the contract.

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

AQUILA AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED is a leading provider of air traffic management services, with a strong focus on sustainability. The company was founded in 2007 and has its registered office located in London, United Kingdom.

The company offers a range of services, including air traffic control, airspace design, and consultancy services, to airports and airlines around the world. Their services aim to improve the safety, efficiency, and environmental impact of air traffic management.

AQUILA has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint and promote environmental responsibility. This includes using sustainable materials in their operations, implementing energy-efficient practices, and promoting sustainable travel among their employees.

The company also offers products such as AQUILA Airspace, a software solution for efficient airspace design, and AQUILA Connect, a communication platform for air traffic control.

Key people in AQUILA include the CEO, John Smith, who has over 20 years of experience in the aviation industry, and the COO, Sarah Jones, who has a background in air traffic control.

For more information about AQUILA AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED and their services, interested parties can visit their website at www.aquila-atm.com. Their registered office address is 10-12 New Fetter Lane, London, EC4A 1RS, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,019,000
Net Worth
£11,810,000
Total Current Assets
£46,424,000
Total Current Liabilities
£39,781,000

Company Location