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Other Current Liability - Summary of Revenue Recognized in Relation to Contract Liabilities (Detail) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Current contract liabilities |
Revenue recognized that was included in the contract liabilities balance at the beginning of the year | $ 113
Transportation Service |
Current contract liabilities |
Revenue recognized that was included in the contract liabilities balance at the beginning of the year | 28
Custodial service |
Current contract liabilities |
Revenue recognized that was included in the contract liabilities balance at the beginning of the year | $ 85

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