British entrepreneur Jason Unsworth has submitted an expression of interest to invest in Jet Airways, claiming support of its founder Naresh Goyal. But sources from public sector banks, which were steering the resolution process for the airline, said Unsworth’s offer would not be considered at this stage. Goyal too has denied association with Unsworth, terming his claims as mischievous and misleading.
The development comes two days before the deadline for submission of binding offers.
Private equity firms IndiGo Partners, TPG and Jet’s strategic partner Etihad were shortlisted at the EoI stage on April 12. While private equity firms have backed out from the race, the frequent visits of Etihad executives to Mumbai have restarted a buzz that the Abu Dhabi-based carrier is still keen on Jet.
