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Pension and other postretirement benefits - reconciliation of changes in level three pension assets measured at fair value on recurring basis (Detail) - Hedge fund of funds - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward] |  |
Balance at beginning of year | $ 54,352 | $ 51,654
Unrealized gain on assets | (2,157) | 2,698
Balance at end of year | $ 52,195 | $ 54,352

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