Vessels and subsidiaries, Time charter contracts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Intangible assets [Abstract]
Carrying amount	$ 1,430	$ 2,407
Amortization period of intangible asset	1 year 6 months
DHT China Charter [Member]
Intangible assets [Abstract]
Carrying amount	$ 1,430	$ 2,407

The amount of identifiable non-monetary assets without physical substance. This amount does not include goodwill. [Refer: Goodwill]

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