Press archive 2010

Receivables Expiring by Statute of Limitations Cost Businesses Million

Amsterdam, 1 December 2010 - Millions of Euros worth of receivables will expire by limitation by the end of the year. This is a reoccurring issue for many businesses which have not yet made their claims in time. The statue of limitation prevents delinquent debt from being pursued indefinitely and defines the time limit for the creditor to file a lawsuit.

Demand for collections on the rise

Hungarian businesses ask for help even in the case of minor debts

Budapest 23, November 2010 - In parallel with the rising number of liquidation and insolvency procedures, the number of cases directed to DCAs also increased this year. This demonstrates that Hungarian businesses pay greater attention to their finances as they now face much more limited financing matters than before the time of the crisis.

Bankruptcy Act of No Use

Budapest, 3 November 2010 - The latest 'Global Collections Review' survey by leading credit management and collections specialist, Atradius Collections, assesses current commercial debt collection trends and practices of almost 4,000 companies in 22 countries across Europe, the Americas and the Asia Pacific region.

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The latest 'Global Collections Review' survey now available

Amsterdam, 22 September 2010 '- The latest Global Collections Review survey by leading credit management and collections specialist, Atradius Collections, assesses current commercial debt collection trends and practices of almost 4,000 companies in 22 countries across Europe, the Americas and the Asia Pacific region.

New International Debt Collections Handbook for decision-makers in international collections out now 

Amsterdam, Netherlands
August 31st 2010 - Atradius Collections, the global expert in domestic and international debt collections, releases the latest edition of the International Debt Collections Handbook. The International Debt Collections Handbook is an essential tool for businesses making decisions on international collections, as well as for any employee working in credit management.

Atradius Collections to expand its coverage in South America

Atradius Collections has undergone a massive network expansion in Central and South America. Strengthened by new and local partners with proximity to the debtors, collections in this region have been enhanced. Additionally, a hub office in Mexico City overseas the region.

Crisis: More efficient debt collection needed worldwide

Budapest, 15 June 2010 - As more and more companies have to face the fact that their old buyers are reluctant to pay the bills, an efficient tool is needed against those who endanger the financial balance of the suppliers.

Outsourced Debt Collections Industry Maintains Strong Profile and Effectiveness

Amsterdam, 14 June 2010 - Businesses are more likely to use debt collections agencies for international debts. This is one of the findings of the second study of the Global Collections Review.

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Metaalsector: snellere betalingen, minder faillissementen

Amsterdam, 31 mei 2010 - De rust lijkt langzaam terug te keren in de metaalsector. Het betalingsgedrag is positief: afnemers betalen soms sneller dan ooit.

New Edition: International Debt Collections Handbook!

Amsterdam, 3 March 2010 - With cash flow improvements still on the priority list of businesses this year, the Atradius International Debt Collections Handbook provides practical information on different facets of the collections process in countries around the world.

Outsourced Debt Collections Industry Maintains Positive Image