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FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Concentrations of Risk (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Supplier Concentration Risk [Member] |  |
Concentration of risks: |  |
Number of newbuildings | 11 |
Supplier Concentration Risk [Member] | Samsung |  |
Concentration of risks: |  |
Number of newbuildings | 9 |
Supplier Concentration Risk [Member] | Hyundai |  |
Concentration of risks: |  |
Number of newbuildings | 2 |
Golar LNG Partners |  |
Concentration of risks: |  |
Investments, ownership percentage | 41.40% | 0.00%
Aggregate ownership interest | $ 809.0 |
Golar LNG Partners | Vessels and equipment |  |
Concentration of risks: |  |
Vessels operated by affiliate | 8 |

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