Sometimes it comes down to just a few spreadsheet cells. Dealinka, a startup founded in 2023 by Alexis Raspilair and Ramil Alvarez, has specialized in tackling a discreet but massive puzzle: what to do with unsold non-food items when the volume no longer fits in a car trunk but occupies entire warehouses. The company has just raised €6,5 million to strengthen its solution, with a promise that's simple on paper, but far less so in reality: preventing destruction by organizing large-scale donations.
The market remains fragmented, especially when it comes to large quantities. "People think giving is easy. So it's easy when you have a box to give to the local charity, but when you're talking about several thousand pallets, that's where it gets a bit complicated," summarizes Alexis Raspilair. A rather striking example: a client in the medical sector wanted to redistribute 14 semi-trailers of hygiene products, but the targeted charity was ultimately only able to take a single pallet. This is the kind of discrepancy that turns a good intention into a logistical dead end.
Giving, yes… but not 14 semi-trailers
Donating, yes… but not 14 semi-trailers! In practice, companies provide Dealinka with a detailed inventory of their unsold goods, including quantities, values, and categories. The startup uses an internally developed platform to identify charities capable of quickly accepting the volumes, taking into account storage capacity, location, and accepted products. “The goal for stock that’s in Paris isn’t to go and sell it off in Marseille,” the pragmatic co-founder points out. Dealinka then coordinates the logistics chain, including transport, regulatory and tax documentation, aiming to find a solution within 48 hours and finalize the transaction in about ten days.
The figures presented give an idea of the pace: €5,1 million in revenue in 2025, nearly 800 operations, approximately 45,000 pallets processed, and over €31 million in donations redistributed. Dealinka also boasts a network of 1,200 partner associations, from medical equipment to spare parts, with the ambition of integrating redistribution directly into companies' supply chains, as an industrial reflex rather than a one-off action taken in an emergency when the warehouse is overflowing.
When logistics becomes a tool for combating waste
With the new funding, the company plans to accelerate its international expansion, recruit sales professionals, and strengthen its technology. It has grown from two founders to 64 employees in three years and is targeting several European countries. Regarding artificial intelligence, Dealinka is taking a cautious approach: "The goal isn't to pursue flashy, superficial applications," warns Alexis Raspilair, who promises a "clean and intelligent" approach. In France, where regulatory pressure and public opinion are driving efforts to reduce waste, one thing is certain: the battle will be won less with slogans than with efficient loading docks and a model capable of keeping pace with major corporations.
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