Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Revenue Recognition - Additional Information (Detail)	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2015
Minimum
Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Percentage Of Credit Losses Reimbursed To Freight Forwarding By Independently Owned Stations	70.00%
Maximum
Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Percentage Of Credit Losses Reimbursed To Freight Forwarding By Independently Owned Stations	80.00%

Percentage Of Credit Losses Reimbursed To Freight Forwarding By Independently Owned Stations

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