Transloading is thus used to the advantage of both importers and maritime shipping companies. About 30% of all the containers handled by North American West Coast ports are transloaded into domestic containers and then moved by rail. The goods that are the most suitable for transloading include apparel, appliances, assembly furniture, electronics, footwear, toys and household goods. In many cases transloading requires specialized equipment and a facility in the vicinity of the intermodal terminal where it can be performed.