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Private equity fund Bain Capital looks set become the new owner of Virgin Australia after New York hedge fund Cyrus Capital Partners withdrew its offer.

In a statement, Cyrus complained the administrator failed to return calls or

emails. The move paves the way for Bain Capital to be named the preferred bidder.

 

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Best news yet for the Employees of VirginAustralia. Just goes to show you how easily Cyrus and richardbranson are happy enough to walk away from a deal when the going gets tough. Let's hope BainCapital take the reins. Clear vision for the future and deep pockets.

So the bond holders are out of the running?

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