Mauritius is also linked to the rest of the world by a reliable network of shipping lines calling at the most important ports in the region. The shipping lines offer weekly direct calls and sailings to and from Mauritius to Asia, Europe and Africa. The main shipping lines connecting Port Louis to other countries are Maersk, MSC, Mitsui, Pacific World and CMA CGM, UAFL/DAL, and Hoe/DAL, and Hoegh Auto Liners