Harrogate Spa Water is flying high after winning a contract to pack water cuplets for the airline catering industry.

Up to three million plastic cups of mineral water, sealed with foil, will be produced during the first year of the deal to go with in-flight meals.

The agreement will turn Harrogate Spa Water into a global brand, as the cups carry the company's black and silver logo worldwide.

Managing director Paul Martin said: "This contract gives us the opportunity to get Harrogate Spa water in front of hundreds of thousands of travellers.

"It is further proof that Harrogate Spa Water can compete against more established names in the highly competitive water market."

The contract was awarded by Juiceworks, a specialist fruit juice drinks company based near Manchester Airport.

Carmel Bonner, sales and marketing director for Juiceworks, said: "Harrogate Spa Water's stylish, premium image fits well with the other brands in our portfolio."

Harrogate Spa Water has gone from strength to strength since it started production in April last year.

It has doubled its production team to 24 and is hoping to recruit more staff in the coming weeks.

The recent hot weather has further added to its success, with a heavy demand for bottled water.