Intangible Assets/Liabilities Other Than Goodwill - Additional Details (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017
Dec. 31, 2018
Intangible asset $ 116,422 $ 138,937
Favorable lease terms    
Intangible asset 1,150  
Acquisition cost 10,398 1,150
Accumulated amortization 7,001  
Gain / (loss) resulting from favorable lease terms written off $ (3,397)  
Navios Containers | Favorable lease terms    
Intangible asset   $ 31,342