Towing Vessel Inspection Bureau

TVIB Talks 07/30/2026
2026-07-30 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join us on July 30, 2026, for the bi-monthly “TVIB Talks,” an opportunity for TVIB staff to share the latest developments, issues, and trends related to Subchapter M. Moreover, TVIB Members, including TPO Customers and their staff, along with TVIB Certified Auditors and Surveyors, can participate in the conversation, discussing the information presented and sharing topics of interest to them.
These one-hour sessions will occur bi-monthly on the fourth Thursday, beginning at 2:00 pm. TVIB Talks will be open to all TVIB Members, and registration is available on the TVIB Portal. Let’s interact with our members better through this exciting medium.

This session’s topics of discussion include:

TBD

Please contact info@thetvib.org with any questions regarding the event.

Annual Survey of Towing Vessels Course (ASTV) - Houston, TX
2026-08-18 08:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00 | ACTion Center, 15201 East Freeway, Suite 209, Channelview, TX, 77530, United States
Course Summary:
The Annual Survey of Towing Vessels course is open to those members and non-members. It provides surveyors with the knowledge and skills required to perform TVIB TPO Subchapter M annual surveys of towing vessels. It has been designed to teach those who will be performing surveys as a part of an internal survey program, as well as those surveyors who wish to hold the credential to perform external surveys for TVIB. Everyone who successfully completes the course will receive a course completion certificate. This course is the surveying course required for those individuals seeking the TVIB Certified Subchapter M Surveyor for Annual Surveys credential.
Course Fee:
Non-Members: $1795
TVIB Members: $1435*
*TVIB members & USCG receive a 25% discount when registering for the course. Members can register through the Member Portal under the “Current Events” dropdown menu
Documentation:
Practical exercises, quizzes, a final exam and active participation in class are required to earn your certificate.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be submitted one week (7 days) prior to the first day of the course. Please note that a cancellation fee of $150 will be charged. No refund will be issued for non-attendance without notification or for early withdrawal from a class. Please send cancellation notifications to: info@thetvib.org

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TVIB Talks 09/24/2026
2026-09-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Join us on September 24, 2026, for the bi-monthly “TVIB Talks,” an opportunity for TVIB staff to share the latest developments, issues, and trends related to Subchapter M. Moreover, TVIB Members, including TPO Customers and their staff, along with TVIB Certified Auditors and Surveyors, can participate in the conversation, discussing the information presented and sharing topics of interest to them.
These one-hour sessions will occur bi-monthly on the fourth Thursday, beginning at 2:00 pm. TVIB Talks will be open to all TVIB Members, and registration is available on the TVIB Portal. Let’s interact with our members better through this exciting medium.

This session’s topics of discussion include:

TBD

Please contact info@thetvib.org with any questions regarding the event.

Drydock/Internal Structural Examination Certification Course (DD/ISE) - Paducah, KY
2026-11-03 08:00 - 2026-11-05 17:00 | Seamen’s Church Institute, 129 Water Street, Paducah, KY, 42001, United States
Course Summary:
The Drydock/Internal Structural Examination Certification course (3 day In-Person course) is open to TVIB members and non-members alike. The course provides surveyors who plan to conduct Subchapter M drydock and internal structural examinations of inspected towing vessels with the tools, skills and knowledge to complete these examinations, and provides a path toward an industry-recognized credential.
Course Fee:
Non-Members: $1795
TVIB Members: $1435*
*TVIB members & USCG receive a 25% discount when registering for the course. Members can register through the Member Portal under the “Current Events” dropdown menu
Documentation:
Practical exercises, quizzes, a final exam and active participation in class are required to earn your certificate.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be submitted one week (7 days) prior to the first day of the course. Please note that a cancellation fee of $150 will be charged. No refund will be issued for non-attendance without notification or for early withdrawal from a class. Please send cancellation notifications to: info@thetvib.org
ADA Requests:
Please alert us of any ADA needs that you may have upon registration so that proper arrangements can be made to accommodate you. Send your request to: info@thetvib.org
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TVIB's Fall Collaborative Info Session 2026
2026-11-17 13:00 - 15:00 | ACTion Center, 15201 East Freeway, Suite 209, Channelview, TX, 77530, United States
Mark Your Calendars! TVIB’s Collaborative Info Session will be held at our headquarters in Houston, TX on Tuesday, November 17th!
Topics to include:

TBD

All members are welcome to join us in person or virtually for both meetings.
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In preparation, click & download the Collaborative Working Session Agenda (TO BE UPLOADED). See you there!

Fall Board of Directors Meeting 2026
2026-11-17 15:00 - 17:00 | ACTion Center, 15201 East Freeway, Suite 209, Channelview, TX, 77530, United States
We are excited to host the 2026 Fall Board of Directors Meeting at the TVIB corporate office. Here are some important details you need to know:

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 17th at 3:00 pm.
An agenda will be sent to all Board members via email prior to the meeting.
Additional information about the meeting will be published as soon as it becomes available.
All TVIB Members are invited to the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting and discussing important matters related to the company’s future.
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