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Related Party Transactions (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract] |
Principal ownership percentage | 10.00%
Number of executed surety bonds | 5
Surety bonds maximum exposure | $ 340
Number of loans to executive officers or directors | 0

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- Definition Percentage of ownership of the Company defined as principal owners. + References No definition available. + Details
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- Details
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