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Other operating expenses (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2018 | Mar. 31, 2017
Details of other operating expenses [Abstract] |  |
Leases and fees | $ (743) | $ (1,726)
Operation and maintenance | (32,444) | (25,897)
Independent professional services | (7,091) | (2,230)
Supplies | (7,391) | (7,176)
Insurance | (6,443) | (5,928)
Levies and duties | (9,909) | (9,688)
Other expenses | (2,173) | (1,770)
Total | $ (66,194) | $ (54,415)

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