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Vessels (Table) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Vessels (Abstract)
Vessels	$ 1,193,397	$ 1,217,606
Less: Accumulated depreciation	(161,952)	(143,620)
Vessels, net	$ 1,031,445	$ 1,073,986

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This element represents vessels' book value, net of accumulated depreciation.

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Acquisition and improvements' capitalized costs of vessels.

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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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