Vessels and Other Fixed Assets, Net (Table) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Cost
Vessels	$ 422,325	$ 772,981
Other fixed assets	790	679
Impairment charge	0	(303,219)
Total cost	423,115	470,441
Accumulated depreciation	(147,505)	(179,234)
Vessels and other fixed assets, net	$ 275,610	$ 291,207

The cumulative amount of depreciation, depletion and amortization (related to property, plant and equipment, but not including land) that has been recognized in the income statement.

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The charge against earnings resulting from the aggregate write down of all assets from their carrying value to their fair value.

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Gross amount of long-lived physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment.

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Amount, net of accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization, of long-lived physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment.

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