Master & Operator Found Guilty For Mishandling Vessel In Horizontal Falls Crash

A serious boat crash at Horizontal Falls in Western Australia in May 2022 has led to convictions and fines for the master of the vessel Falls Express and its operator, Journey Beyond Adventures Pty Ltd.

25 passengers and 2 crew members suffered multiple injuries but fortunately, no fatalities were reported.

The Falls Express, a high-speed vessel owned and operated by Journey Beyond Adventures, was transiting through a narrow 7.5-meter gap at Horizontal Falls when it crashed into a rock wall on May 27, 2022.

The crash occurred during an eco-tour at Talbot Bay in the Kimberley region, located over 2,200 kilometres north of Perth. Emergency services responded quickly in the remote location, rescuing the injured passengers.

Following an investigation by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), charges were laid by the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions.

The charges were based on evidence gathered during the investigation, which found failings in th…

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