VIRIDOR DUNBAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
48Poor
10.4vs last year
#3731 in UK
#101 in Environment
#179 in Scotland

Company Information

Company Number
SC675860
Registered Address
C/O Shepherd & Wedderburn Llp, 9 Haymarket Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 8FY
Status
Active
Employee Count
42
Turnover
£62,664,000
EBITDA
£44,264,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 September 2020
Nature of Business
35110 - Production of electricity
38320 - Recovery of sorted materials
Industries
Environment,Agriculture And Waste
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
41 days
Shortest Period:90 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
46%
31-60 Days
31%
After 60 Days
23%
Not Paid Within Terms35%

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)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-04-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202527 Oct 20256827%23%50%12%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202525 Apr 20254146%31%23%35%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202421 May 20244241%38%21%30%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Oct 20233850%33%17%17%

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

The company i.e. the Viridor company specified at the top of the purchase order submitted to the Supplier for the goods and/or services shall pay each invoice which is properly due and submitted within 60 days after the end of the month of receipt by the company of a valid undisputed invoice (the “Due Date”).

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

Viridor introduced an automated invoice process in conjunction with a group ERP system in November 2021. This was implemented to deliver improved financial governance and improve the timeliness and response to the invoice workflow and payments to suppliers.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Viridor Dunbar Waste Services Limited operates an automated invoice process. We work closely with our suppliers and aim to pay all invoices in a timely and accurate manner. Any disputes that arise are immediately brought to the attention of the dedicated Accounts Payable team and Transactional Services Manager who will engage with all relevant stakeholders to ensure a speedy and satisfactory resolution. Any dispute arising that is not resolved is escalated through the finance management structure and the Executive Management team member if required.

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

VIRIDOR DUNBAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED is a waste management company based in Dunbar, Scotland. They offer a range of sustainable waste management solutions to businesses and local authorities.

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing the environmental impact of waste management by implementing innovative recycling techniques and investing in renewable energy sources. They also work towards achieving zero waste to landfill and promoting a circular economy.

The company offers a variety of waste management products and services, including general waste collection, recycling, and hazardous waste disposal. They also provide specialized services such as confidential shredding, food waste processing, and skip hire.

Key people at VIRIDOR DUNBAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED include managing director Phil Piddington and operations director David Harrington. They have a team of experienced waste management professionals who are committed to delivering sustainable solutions.

Contact information for VIRIDOR DUNBAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED can be found on their website, www.viridor.co.uk, where customers can also find information about their services, sustainability program, and news updates. The company's registered office address is at Dunbar Landfill Site, Oxwellmains, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1SW.

In summary, VIRIDOR DUNBAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED is a leading waste management company in Scotland, offering sustainable solutions and promoting a circular economy. With a strong focus on environmental impact reduction and a team of dedicated professionals, they continue to provide efficient and responsible waste management services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
-£27,532,000
Total Current Assets
£44,877,000
Total Current Liabilities
£20,117,000

Company Location