The Night Vision System Modernization project will improve the soldier’s ability to operate in reduced visibility conditions with lower operator payload leveraging next generation technology.
Requirements
This project will address upcoming capability gaps in our current CAF Night Vision Equipment Fleet, including handheld thermal imagining systems, personal night vision devices, and laser aiming devices. It will obtain equipment with a higher resolution and integrate technological advances that are currently available. The Night Vision System Modernization project will deliver a new suite of dismounted night vision systems to the Canadian Army (CA) and Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) that will ensure soldiers and sailors maintain an edge when conducting combat operations in low light conditions.
Funding Range
$250 million to $499 million
Anticipated Timeline (Fiscal Year)
- Options Analysis Phase Completed
- Definition Phase In Progress
- Start Implementation 2024/2025
- Initial Delivery 2025/2026
- Final Delivery 2028/2029
Thales Canada is pleased to announce that the Government of Canada has awarded a contract to Thales Canada for the acquisition of its Sophie Ultima Handheld Thermal Imager (HHTI) as part of the Night Vision Systems Modernization (NVSM) project. This award marks an important advancement in Canada’s defence capabilities, ensuring that the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are equipped with cutting-edge technology designed to excel in complex and challenging operational environments.
