FERA SCIENCE LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
09413107
Registered Address
York Biotech Campus, Sand Hutton, York, England, YO41 1LZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
435.0
Turnover
45263000.0
EBITDA
6576000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 January 2015
Nature of Business
72190 - Other research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
Industries
0
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£7,605,644.00
Net Worth
£9,322,651.00
Total Current Assets
£16,263,928.00
Total Current Liabilities
£12,971,485.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-02-02

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
22 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
81%
31-60 Days
17%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms10%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✓ Yes
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202302 Feb 20242281%17%2%10%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202301 Aug 20232482%16%2%9%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20232484%14%2%8%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20222468%29%3%26%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202121 Jan 20222186%12%2%5%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20212386%11%3%7%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202026 Jan 20212484%13%3%12%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202026 Jul 20202285%12%3%8%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201924 Jan 20202684%14%2%12%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201926 Jul 20193079%16%5%16%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20192684%12%4%13%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 20182778%19%3%17%

Company Summary

FERA SCIENCE LIMITED is a leading scientific research organization based in York, England

Established in 1909, the company provides innovative solutions and expert scientific advice to support the sustainable development of agriculture, environment, and food industries

The company's sustainability program is a key aspect of their operations, as they strive to promote environmentally friendly practices and reduce their carbon footprint

They also work closely with government agencies and industry partners to develop sustainable solutions for the challenges faced by these sectors

FERA SCIENCE LIMITED offers a range of products and services, including expert laboratory testing, data analysis, and consultancy services

They specialize in areas such as plant health, crop protection, food safety, and environmental monitoring

Their team of highly skilled scientists and researchers utilize state-of-the-art technology to deliver accurate and reliable results

The company is led by a team of experienced and knowledgeable individuals, including Dr

Nicola Spence as the Chief Executive Officer

They have also established partnerships with renowned research institutes and universities to further enhance their capabilities

For more information on FERA SCIENCE LIMITED and their services, interested parties can visit their website at www.fera.co.uk

Their registered office address is Sand Hutton, York, YO41 1LZ, United Kingdom

With their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge research, FERA SCIENCE LIMITED continues to be a trusted and respected organization in the field of agriculture, environment, and food science

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for FERA SCIENCE LIMITED to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods, with a slight increase in 2020-2021, followed by a decrease in 2022-2023.

Volatility Analysis

The company's percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained relatively stable, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31-60 days has fluctuated between 11-29%. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has also fluctuated, but has generally decreased over the past three periods.

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

7 Days individuals, 14 Days Micro Business, 30 Days SME, 60 Days Large Corporate

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The accounts payable helpdesk number and email address is printed on all correspondence to suppliers, any disputes are expected to be resolved within 30 days of the dispute being raised.

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