The flow behind global fashion

Fashion brands. European market. Zero friction.

We manage every step of your European supply chain, from warehouse receipt to your customer's door. One partner, one dashboard, one invoice. Based in the Netherlands.

24H
NL/DE/BE Delivery
450M
EU Consumers
€0
Upfront VAT
20+
Return Countries
6 to 8W
Time to Go Live

Results

30%

Average reduction in EU logistics costs for brands switching to our Netherlands hub model. Through VAT deferment, carrier consolidation and optimised last-mile routing.

How It Works

Getting Started

On-boarded in weeks, not months.

01

Ship to Us

Send your inventory to our Netherlands warehouse. We handle inbound inspection and quality check on arrival.

02

We Fulfill

Orders flow in from your webshop automatically. We pick, pack and ship the same day, branded to your specification.

03

Customer Delighted

Next-day delivery across NL/DE/BE. 2-day pan-EU. Returns handled locally in 20+ countries.

Onboarding Timeline
Week 1
Intake Call
Week 2 to 3
Proposal & Contract
Week 4 to 5
IT Integration
Week 6 to 7
Warehouse Setup
Week 8
First Shipment
5-Minute Diagnostic

Is your brand ready for Europe?

Five quick questions. Get a personalised readiness score, estimated VAT cashflow benefit, and a tailored launch plan delivered to your inbox.

Question 1 of 5
What's your current monthly order volume?
How are you currently fulfilling EU orders?
What's your average order value (AOV)?
Where do you sell or plan to sell?
When do you want to be operational in Europe?
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Readiness
Est. VAT cashflow benefit
Recommended plan
Time to launch
Best fit for
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Services

What We Do

Your complete European supply chain.

Four service pillars under one roof. Pick what you need, scale when you're ready.

Most Popular

3PL Fulfillment

Complete warehouse, pick-pack and ship operations purpose-built for fashion.

  • Inbound receiving & quality check
  • Hanging & folded garment storage
  • Pick, pack & branded packaging
  • Real-time inventory dashboard
  • Shopify / WooCommerce / Magento integration

Control Tower Dashboard

Live visibility across stock, orders and returns in one platform.

  • Live stock per SKU & location
  • Order status per shipment
  • SLA monitoring & alerts
  • Cost-per-order analysis

Returns Management

Full reverse logistics. Inspection, refurbishing, restocking under one roof.

  • 20+ EU return addresses
  • Quality inspection per item
  • Steaming & relabeling
  • Same-day refund processing

Local Return Addresses

Customers return locally. We route, inspect and restock centrally.

  • 🇩🇪 Germany
  • 🇫🇷 France
  • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
  • + 17 more EU countries

Article 23 VAT Deferment

The single biggest cash-flow lever for non-EU fashion brands.

  • VAT deferment on imports
  • Fiscal representation included
  • IOSS for orders under €150
  • HS-code classification

DDP Shipping

All duties covered upfront. Customers see zero surprises at delivery.

  • All duties pre-paid
  • No surprise charges at door
  • Higher conversion rates
  • CE & textile labeling compliance

Control Tower

Your single source of truth. Every container, every order, every euro.

  • Live container & vessel tracking
  • Freight ETA monitoring
  • Stock visibility per SKU and location
  • Order status across all channels
  • Return rates and quality metrics
  • Cost analytics and SLA dashboards
Coming Soon

4PL End-to-End

Full supply chain management from factory floor to customer door. Freight, customs, fulfillment and last-mile in one solution.

Markets

Who We Serve

Global brands. European reach.

🇨🇳
China
Fast Fashion · Luxury · D2C
🇰🇷
Korea
K-Fashion · Streetwear
🇯🇵
Japan
Luxury · Avant-Garde
🇺🇸
USA
D2C · Activewear
🇦🇪
Gulf
Modest · Luxury
🇮🇳
India
Heritage · Bridal
🇹🇷
Turkey
Fast Fashion · Value

Why the Netherlands

The NL Advantage

Why fashion brands pick the Netherlands.

€0
Upfront VAT
24H
NL/DE/BE Delivery
#1
EU Logistics Hub
450M
Consumers in 48H

Article 23 VAT Deferment

Import without upfront VAT. The most significant cash flow advantage for non-EU fashion brands.

Port of Rotterdam

Europe's largest port with 14.2M TEU in 2025. Fastest customs clearance in Europe.

450M Consumers in 48H

Next-day NL/DE/BE, 2-day France, Austria, Switzerland and more.

No EU Entity Required

Fiscal representation means full compliance from day one. No Dutch company needed.

ROI Calculator

Calculate Your Savings

How much does Article 23 save you?

€50.000
6
Annual VAT upfront (without Article 23)€126.000
With Article 23: upfront VAT€0
Your estimated cash flow benefit €126.000
Based on Dutch standard VAT rate of 21%. Actual savings depend on your VAT structure.
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FAQ

Questions

Everything you need to know before signing.

Do I need a Dutch company to use your services?
No. Through fiscal representation, non-EU brands can import into the Netherlands and sell across the EU fully compliantly, without incorporating a Dutch entity.
What is Article 23 and how much does it save me?
Article 23 is a Dutch tax facility that lets you defer import VAT instead of paying it at customs. On a €250,000 shipment, that's €52,500 you don't have to pay upfront. Use our calculator above to estimate your savings.
How long does onboarding take?
Typically 6 to 8 weeks from signed contract to first shipment. Week 1 to 2: intake and proposal. Week 3 to 4: contract and IT integration. Week 5 to 6: warehouse setup and test order. Week 7 to 8: go live.
What fashion-specific services do you offer?
We handle hanging garments (GOH), folded storage, steaming and quality inspection on returns, branded pick & pack with tissue paper and custom inserts, and size/colour variant management across high SKU counts.
Which webshop platforms do you integrate with?
Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, and custom connections via API or EDI. Setup is included in onboarding.
Do you offer local return addresses across Europe?
Yes. Customers in Germany, France, the UK, Belgium, and 16+ other EU countries can return to a local address. We handle inspection, steaming, relabeling and restocking within 48 hours of receipt.
I'm based in China, Korea or the Gulf. Can I still use Article 23?
Yes. Non-EU companies can benefit from Article 23 through fiscal representation. We coordinate this with our certified customs partner. No EU entity, director or bank account required.
What is the minimum order volume to work with you?
Our Starter plan is designed for brands shipping 100 to 500 orders per month. If you're below that, contact us. We may still be able to help or point you to the right solution.
What happens if my shipment is delayed at customs?
We work with a certified customs partner with AEO status for priority handling. We monitor every inbound shipment and proactively communicate any delays. Our SLA includes a 24-hour update guarantee.
Do you offer end-to-end supply chain management including freight?
Not yet. Our current service starts from warehouse receipt. We are developing our 4PL end-to-end model (including freight, factory QC and customs) launching later in 2026. Join the waitlist to be first.

Results

Results

What great logistics feels like.

Within 90 days of partnering, we went from zero EU presence to next-day delivery in six countries. The Article 23 setup alone saved us €40,000 in the first quarter.

Director of Operations, Korean Streetwear Brand

Neither of our previous partners understood fashion. The hanging storage, steaming and return quality control are exactly what a fashion brand needs.

Founder & CEO, Chinese Contemporary Brand
30%

Average reduction in EU logistics costs for brands switching to the Netherlands hub model.

Trusted and verifiable:
KvK Registered (NL Chamber of Commerce)
FENEX Member (Dutch Freight Forwarders)
GDPR / AVG Compliant
Article 23 Certified Partner
AEO Customs Partner

Insights

Insights

Resources for global fashion brands.

Free EU Market Entry Guide for Fashion Brands

8-page PDF covering: Article 23 VAT, IOSS, customs clearance, Dutch logistics, and a week-by-week launch checklist. Used by 200+ brands.

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Pricing

Pricing

Plans that scale with you.

Starter
3PL Essential
€750 / month
For brands shipping 100 to 500 orders / month
  • NL warehouse & storage
  • Pick & pack
  • Returns processing
  • Inventory dashboard
  • 1 platform integration
Get Started
Enterprise
Custom Pricing
Custom
For brands shipping 2,000+ orders / month
  • Everything in Growth
  • SLA guarantee
  • Custom reporting
  • Priority onboarding
  • Enterprise integrations
  • Quarterly business review
Request Proposal
Looking for end-to-end supply chain including freight and factory QC? → Join the 4PL waitlist

Contact

Start the conversation

Ready to launch in Europe?

Tell us about your brand. We'll send a tailored proposal within 5 business days. Free, no obligation.

  • Free consultation
  • Proposal in 5 business days
  • No EU entity required
  • Live in Europe within 6 to 8 weeks
Location
Amsterdam Region, NL
Email
operations@chainflowgroup.com
Languages
EN · NL · 中文 · 日本語 · 한국어 · العربية · हिन्दी
Response time
Within 1 business day

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Before you go.

Two free resources that help international brands move faster into the EU.

Join the 4PL Waitlist

Be first in line when our end-to-end service launches in 2026.

Get the Free EU Guide

8-page PDF on Article 23, customs and Dutch logistics.