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Pension and other postretirement benefits - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2025	Jun. 30, 2024	Jun. 30, 2025	Jun. 30, 2024
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Total pension plan assets transferred to plan	$ 55
Total pension plan obligations transferred to plan	53
Defined contribution plan, cost	21	$ 18	$ 48	$ 43
Contributions to union-sponsored multiemployer pension plans	$ 11	$ 11	$ 17	$ 17

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