Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter, Macquarie Group and Orix are among a group of companies exploring binding offers for the $5 billion aircraft portfolio being sold by Dublin-based lessor Awas.

Reuters said that Macquarie AirFinance and Orix Aviation are set to compete against other Asian parties bidding for the asset, including Cheung Kong Holdings.

Reuters notes that other bidders include Hong Kong Aviation Capital and SMBC Aviation Capital.

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