Early Redelivery Income, net (Details) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Early Redelivery Income, net
Early redelivery income	$ 7,470
Cash compensation	7,990
Accrued revenue	$ 435

Cash compensation, net of commissions related to the termination of a contract between the parties.

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