ARJO UK LIMITED demonstrates a heavily skewed payment pattern, with 80% of payments settling in the 31–60 day window and an average payment time of 43 days, indicating a consistent but delayed payment cycle well beyond standard 30-day terms. Only 11% of payments are made within the expected 30-day period, suggesting that early or on-time settlement is the exception rather than the norm. The 9% of payments exceeding 60 days adds a further tail risk, though the bulk of activity is concentrated in the mid-range delay band.
Despite the persistent lateness, the concentration of 80% of payments within the 31–60 day band indicates a degree of predictability — suppliers can reasonably anticipate settlement within approximately 43 days. However, a 92% late payment rate is a significant reliability concern, meaning almost all invoices will breach standard terms regardless of invoice size or timing. The 9% over-60-day portion introduces moderate unpredictability for a minority of transactions, which could disproportionately affect cash flow planning.
ARJO UK LIMITED presents a high-lateness but moderately predictable payment profile, making them a manageable but elevated-risk trading partner under standard 30-day terms. Suppliers should strongly consider negotiating extended net-45 or net-60 payment terms upfront to align contractual expectations with actual behaviour and avoid unnecessary late payment disputes. To mitigate cash flow exposure, suppliers may also wish to apply early payment discounts, enforce contractual late payment interest under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act, or require partial upfront payment for larger orders.
| 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 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 30 Jan 2026 | 43 | 11% | 80% | 9% | 92% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
30 days
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
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Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
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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
Arjo UK Limited is registered as manufacturing medical and dental instruments and supplies, alongside renting and leasing equipment and other service activities. Companies House records show it is based in Bedfordshire and has had directors resident in Sweden and Denmark, indicating it operates as the UK entity within the wider Arjo corporate group, which is known for medical devices. The company's registered SIC codes point to activity in producing and supplying medical equipment and related rental and support services rather than general distribution. No further detail on specific products or services is available from the supplied evidence, but the classification confirms a medical technology and equipment focus for this UK subsidiary.
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