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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Details) - Subsequent events - Dawson Operating - GTC - Single point node channels $ in Millions | Aug. 08, 2025 USD ($) item
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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS |
Number of equipment deliveries | item | 3
Aggregate purchase price | $ 24.2
Purchase price paid in cash | 4.8
Purchase price payable in cash upon acceptance of the third and final delivery | 1.2
Purchase price financed by promissory notes | $ 18.2
Number of promissory notes | item | 3
Term of promissory notes (in months) | 36 months
Fixed interest rate (as a percent) | 8.75%

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