A proposed expansion of Harrogate Spring Water’s bottling facility could contribute £17 million annually to the northern economy, according to figures released by the firm.
The plans, which are subject to the planning process, would increase production capacity at the company's site on Harlow Moor Road.
The company says this would lead to higher demand across its existing supply chain, much of which is regionally based.
Around half of Harrogate Spring Water’s core product and packaging suppliers are located within 50 miles of its site.
These include manufacturers, logistics providers and service firms across Yorkshire and the wider North. The company states that, if approved, the expansion could result in increased spending with many of these businesses.
Suppliers based in Leeds, less than 20 miles from the site, could see annual spend rise by 89% to just over £16 million.
Combined spending across other packaging-related suppliers - including cardboard packaging from Halifax, pallets from Pontefract and bottle caps from Hull - is projected to increase from around £3.5 million to £6.9 million.
The company also projects increased demand for operational services linked to the site. Recruitment providers could see spending rise threefold, while expenditure on locally sourced cleaning services is expected to double.
Jonny McPartland, Managing Consultant at Marmion Recruitment said:
“We’ve worked alongside Harrogate Spring Water since 2023, and throughout this period I’ve seen first-hand how committed they are to recruiting and developing local talent.
"We’ve supported the business across a range of roles, and seniorities - from production operatives to administrators to engineering managers - and each role has been filled by people living in Harrogate and the surrounding areas."
He added:
“What stands out most is that these are permanent positions offering stability, development, and long-term career progression opportunities in the Harrogate area.
"I believe Harrogate Spring Water’s proposed expansion would have a positive local impact creating further high-quality employment while strengthening the local supply chain and business community.
"As a privately owned local business, Marmion is proud to support Harrogate Spring Water with their continued sustainable growth.”
Additional demand is also anticipated across areas such as office supplies, design and artwork, site maintenance and training, with many of these services provided by businesses based in Harrogate.
Ian Swann, Operations Director at Harrogate Spring Water said:
“Harrogate Spring Water has a long history of working with suppliers based here in Yorkshire and across the North.
"The vast majority of what we use every day is already sourced regionally and our expansion plans would increase demand across our supply chain as part of normal operations, keeping more value in the local economy.
"The proposed expansion is currently subject to the planning process. The projected impacts outlined are based on Harrogate Spring Water’s current supply chain and highlight how increased production capacity would subsequently increase total spend on regional suppliers.”
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