John Lewis wins CILTgong

John Lewis won a prestigious award in recognition of its use of technology - supplied by Knapp - at its flagship national distribution centre in Milton Keynes.

John Lewis received the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport's Annual Award for Excellence 2011 in the category of 'Materials Handling Equipment and Technology'. The accolade was presented to John Munnelly, senior project manager (Distribution) for John Lewis, at a gala awards dinner held recently at a top London hotel.

The award recognises John Lewis' overhaul of its distribution systems, undertaken not only to maintain the company's competitive edge in traditional retailing but to create a platform for e-commerce growth.