Re4vive is your trusted circular logistics partner—helping businesses reduce waste, cut costs, and embrace sustainability.
We specialize in refurbishing warehouse-damaged, in-store defective, and online return products with minor defects, restoring them to like-new condition through expert, scalable solutions. With over six years of experience in logistics, a strong background in business operations, and academic training in entrepreneurship from Heidelberg University, we know how to turn waste into opportunity, unlocking new revenue streams for goods once considered unsellable.
Re4vive GmbH is a promising startup backed by one of Europe's most prestigious institutions, Heidelberg University, through its startup initiative hei_INNOVATION, which has supported our journey since 2020. Thanks to years of industry research, real-world experience, and guidance from consulting services for founders, we’ve built a deep understanding of the fashion and retail sectors' need for better solutions for minor defective products.
These defects often arise from trial fittings, inventory handling, commissioning processes, or automated packaging. Unfortunately, such products are frequently discarded, despite being fully restorable and resellable.
We saw an opportunity to introduce cost-effective, circular refurbishment solutions that not only recover value but also help companies comply with EU sustainability regulations. Re4vive proves that refurbishment is not just a sustainable approach—it’s also commercially viable.
Our team delivers innovative, practical services tailored to real industry needs:
- We are the only commercial providers offering mismatched shoe pairing, with a storage capacity of over 50,000+ shoes in our dedicated warehouse
- We provide targeted cleaning for specific areas of garments instead of putting them into the washing machine, so items can be resold in near-new condition or a Second life (Discounted) with high value.
- We offer textile Glue Removal services for packaging defects caused during automated e-commerce packaging.
- We consolidate all refurbishing needs—dust removal, surface damage, missing tags, safety, and hygiene checks—under one roof for faster turnaround and streamlined service.
We collaborate with retailers, e-commerce brands, and logistics providers to extend the life of textiles, shoes, and accessories. Our flexible services are designed to integrate with your supply chain while aligning with legal, environmental, and brand quality standards.
Re4vive is built on the belief that circular logistics isn't just the future—it’s already essential.
We're here to help you meet your ESG targets, reduce your environmental footprint, and operate more efficiently, with sustainability at the core.
Our Mission
We give returned and damaged products a second chance through smart, sustainable, and circular logistics solutions, reducing waste, saving resources, and helping businesses thrive responsibly.
Our Vision
We lead the transformation of reverse logistics by creating a world where no usable product goes to waste, empowering businesses to embrace circularity and sustainability at every step.
What We Refurbish:
- Textiles: Clothing and fabric products
- Shoes: Single or damaged footwear
- Accessories: Bags, belts, and other items
Who We Serve:
- Logistics Providers: We streamline reverse logistics with sustainable refurbishing.
- E-Commerce Businesses: We turn returned minor defective goods into sellable products.
- Retail Stores: We help you manage unsold, minor-damaged, or out-of-season stock.
Our Services Include:
- Dust & Surface Cleaning
- Textile Repair
- Targeted Stain Removal
- AI-Powered Tag Reattachment
- Safety & Hygiene Inspection
- Shoe Pair Matching
- Ink & Glue Stain Removal
- Custom Circular Solutions
Why Choose Re4vive
- Recover value from unsellable and damaged goods
- Fulfill your ESG and circular economy goals
- Cut waste and save costs
- Get flexible, scalable solutions tailored to your business
- Proven experience backed by academic, entrepreneurial, and operational excellence
Let’s Build a Circular Future Together.