As sustainability and circularity become central to EU regulations, DFDS is introducing ReStart, a new suite of value-added services in Poland designed specifically for the fashion industry. With ReStart, you can repair and restore unsold new clothing and footwear, returning products to first circulation while staying compliant with evolving legal and environmental expectations.
Why is ReStart a smarter way to stay compliant?
For years, unsellable or defective garments were simply discarded or replaced, often with new stock shipped from distant suppliers. ReStart turns this model on its head. By facilitating professional repairs and presentation enhancements, your products are restored to original condition and ready to be sold as new — faster, cheaper, and more sustainably.
“With ReStart, companies can accelerate their sales process while reducing waste and unnecessary logistics expenses.” - Paweł Kornasz, Contract Logistics Manager at DFDS
Created for the new regulations: ESPR and DPP
ReStart is DFDS’s answer to the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Digital Product Passport (DPP) requirements. These EU regulations demand more transparent, sustainable, and circular supply chains, especially for fashion brands.
ReStart supports your business in this transition by helping you:
Reduce waste by restoring new, unsold garments
Extend the life of your products through repairs and enhancements
Ensure product quality and consistency with professional inspection
Improve environmental and social governance (ESG) compliance
“The fashion sector must align with new regulatory requirements, and we provide an effective solution that also delivers cost savings.” - Paweł Kornasz, Contract Logistics Manager
What’s included in ReStart services?
Our specialised processes ensure your products are not only functional again but also visually and commercially ready for sale.
Garment care & quality assurance
Cleaning & polishing
Expert tailoring and alterations
Advanced ironing and steaming
Detailed quality inspections
Seamless logistics & storage
Folding & packing (bags or boxes)
RFID chips & anti-theft labels
Promotional packaging
Storage on hangers, pallets, rails or shelves
Label creation, relabelling, and pricing updates and other tailor-made VAS
B2B and B2C order preparation
Dealing with return of orders
Custom solutions
Whether you're a producer, reseller, or insurer handling of rejected clothes or shoes, ReStart services are tailored to your supply chain, enabling full integration into your existing logistics model.
The environmental & CSR impact
Beyond compliance, ReStart helps boost your brand’s reputation and environmental performance. It cuts textile waste and new production demand, encourages local processing to lower emissions and supports CSR goals while aligning with the growing customer demand for eco-conscious brands.
Integrated with DFDS contract logistics
As part of DFDS’s broader contract logistics offering in Poland, ReStart seamlessly connects with our:
Strategic warehousing & distribution
Road, rail, and sea transport network
Customs clearance and sustainability expertise
With ReStart, you're not just improving operations, you’re investing in a smarter, more sustainable business model.
Get ready for what’s next
As regulations tighten and consumer expectations rise, DFDS is here to support you with innovative services like ReStart. Stay compliant, reduce costs, and help the environment, all without disrupting your supply chain.
