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Commitments and Contingencies (Merchant Navy Officers Pension Fund) - Additional Information (Detail) | Jul. 15, 2013 Vessel
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Merchant Navy Officers Pension Fund |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items] |
Number of Vessels to be purchased | 7

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