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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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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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