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Commitment and Contingencies (Repairs to U.S. Flagged Vessels Operating Abroad) - Additional Information (Detail) | 9 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |
Percentage of vessel repair duty | 50.00%

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