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Basis of Presentation - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012 | Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012
Vessel operating expenses [Member] |  |  |  |
Basis Of Presentation [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Amount reclassified from general and administration expenses | $ 19.1 | $ 19.4 | $ 38.6 | $ 40.0
Revenues [Member] |  |  |  |
Basis Of Presentation [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Amount reclassified from general and administration expenses | $ 7.3 | $ 4.9 | $ 13.8 | $ 10.4

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