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Equity Method Investments - Angola Joint Venture - Additional Information (Detail) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 Vessel Option m³
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |
Percentage of ownership in joint venture | 100.00%
Angola LNG Carriers [Member] |
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |
Percentage of ownership in joint venture | 33.00%
Number of vessels | Vessel | 4
Volume of vessels | m³ | 160,400
Capital lease arrangement period, lessor | 20 years
Number of extension options | Option | 2
Extension option periods | 5 years

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