TAXES (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2025	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
TAXES [Abstract]
Percent of shipping income subject to U.S. federal taxation	4.00%
Unrecognized tax benefits, interest on income taxes accrued	$ 800	$ 1,000
Unrecognized tax benefits	3,202	3,412	$ 4,521
Income tax expense (benefit)	(411)	$ (1,084)	$ 3,878
Decrease amount of reserve net of prior year increase	$ (400)