SYDNEY -- Creditors of insolvent carrier Virgin Australia have backed a $2.6 billion buyout offer from U.S. private equity firm Bain Capital that will keep the airline running and help them recover part of the debts they are owed.
Deal wipes out existing shareholders, including Singapore Airlines and HNA
U.S. private equity firm Bain Capital is expected to complete its takeover of Virgin Australia by Oct. 31. © Reuters
SYDNEY -- Creditors of insolvent carrier Virgin Australia have backed a $2.6 billion buyout offer from U.S. private equity firm Bain Capital that will keep the airline running and help them recover part of the debts they are owed.