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Transactions with Related Parties - Capitalized Expenses (Table) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
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Advances for vessels under construction and acquisition of vessels |  |
Commission fee for newbuilding vessels | $ 127,910 | $ 454,612
Oceanbulk Maritime S.A. |  |
Advances for vessels under construction and acquisition of vessels |  |
Commission fee for newbuilding vessels | $ 1,318 | $ 1,038

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