From production to fitting room: complete control of your fashion supply chain
Logistics for the fashion industry: fast, transparent and flexible
In the dynamic world of fashion, everything revolves around timing, visibility and flexibility. New collections, seasonal peaks, production in Asia and rapidly changing customer needs place high demands on your logistics. With our specialized approach for fashion brands, we offer control over every link in the chain - from production to store floor and return.
Your challenges - our smart technology and personalized service
The launch of new collections must be perfectly aligned with marketing campaigns and retail planning. Our predictive planning systems and flexible capacity ensure that your summer and winter collections are in stores on time.
Many fashion brands struggle with opaque supply chains. With rotraNext, our digital control tower platform, you have 24/7 real-time visibility into your shipments - from Asia to Europe.
We help you comply with new European regulations for chain transparency. From digital documentation to full traceability per item, compliance is no longer a concern, but an opportunity to strengthen your brand.
Returns are inseparable from fashion - especially online. We offer efficient return flows that protect your margin as well as contribute to sustainability.

Rotra Fashion Desk: tailor made services
Our dedicated fashion desk is all about direction, flexibility and insight into the supply chain and you will always be in contact with 1 fixed contact person. We think along proactively with you - from workshop to store floor. Thanks to our specialist knowledge of the industry, destination and customs and our network of partners, we ensure that your shipments are delivered Just-In-Time.
We advise on the smartest routes and transit times, take into account current conditions and offer real-time track & trace from door to door. So you always stay in control, even if the situation changes.
In addition, we share relevant market updates, such as changes in regulations and transit routes. And of course, we also think sustainably: our concrete solutions to make your logistics chain greener.

From blackbox to real-time insight: the story of State of Art
As a leading men's fashion brand, State of Art has made the move to complete digital control of their supply chain. Thanks to rotraNext, the brand has complete visibility over their flow of goods from Asia and effortlessly meets new transparency requirements. The result: fewer delays, lower costs and more control at peak times.
"Through transparency in the supply chain, you know
you know exactly where your supplies are, you can
plan accurately and deliver on time to
our customer. That really makes the difference for us."
Martijn Mateman -
Operational Director State of Art
Strong specialized partner network
Fashion requires flexibility - but also reliability. That's why Rotra works with a carefully constructed network of specialized partners selected on the basis of experience in the fashion industry. From first-mile carriers in Asia to European distribution hubs and last-mile delivery companies, our partners understand the specific requirements of fashion logistics - such as delicate handling, time-critical deliveries and seasonal volumes.
For delicate items or store-ready deliveries, we also offer Garments on Hanger (GOH) logistics, including GOH containers, so clothes arrive wrinkle-free and ready to sell.

Flexible air freight, 3 speeds. From Economy to Tailored: you decide
Economy
- Flexible delivery date
- Reliable integrated transportation services
- Competitive rates
- Flexible transit time: 5-8 days, door-to-door
- All of China
Priority
- Fixed weekly departures
- Direct flight, next day delivery after arrival
- Competitive rates
- Transit time: 5 days, door-to-door
- All of China
Tailored
- You decide the delivery date
- Flight of your choice, just-in-time service
- Best rate for your package
- Transit time based on your needs
- All of China
Fixed allocations and smart consolidation
Thanks to fixed allocations on key trade routes, we offer speed and delivery certainty, even during busy periods or market disruptions.
For brands with fluctuating volumes, we also offer a powerful alternative with our Less than Container Load ( LCL) line services. With these, we consolidate smaller shipments into fixed groupage containers on frequent routes between Asia and Europe. So you benefit from reliable transit times and lower costs, without compromising on visibility or speed. Combined with our digital control tower rotraNext, you keep full control of the supply chain even for smaller volumes - ideal for collections delivered in phases or for quick replenishment from stock.

Why fashion brands choose Rotra
Dedicated fashion desk
Our specialists know your industry. They understand the challenges of seasonal planning, international sourcing, return flows and B2C/B2B omnichannel distribution like no other.
Control tower rotraNext
Plan, track and optimize all your intercontinental shipments through one easy-to-use platform. Increase delivery reliability, shorten response times and reduce administrative burden.
API: seamless integration
Link rotraNext with your ERP system via the free API connection and work fully automated. That way you keep your team free for what really counts: growth and innovation.
Customs handling
Quick customs clearance is essential within fashion logistics. Delays can have serious operational consequences. Rotra has in-house customs experts.
Sustainable fashion logistics
With our sustainability products and efficient routing and return processing, we help you achieve your sustainability goals while reducing costs.