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Related Party Transactions (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
0 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
May 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2012
Feb. 29, 2012
Oct. 18, 2007
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Related Party Transactions        
Number of Ultra-Deepwater Floaters       2
Ownership interest in unconsolidated joint venture (as a percent)     50.00% 50.00%
Issuance of shares in exchange for noncontrolling interest 8.7 8.7    
Final cash payment for settlement of noncontrolling interest   $ 72    
TPDI
       
Related Party Transactions        
Ownership interest in affiliate (as a percent)       50.00%
Ownership interest in unconsolidated joint venture (as a percent) 50.00%      
Quantum Pacific Management Limited
       
Related Party Transactions        
Number of Ultra-Deepwater Floaters       2