Next generation of Marine Corps combat vehicle vision with Minerva Cameras

Defence Next generation of Marine Corps combat vehicle vision with Minerva Cameras

2026-08-18 Source: Press release Thales 1 min Reading Time

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Thales Defence & Security, Inc. (TDSI) has received an order for more than 400 SharpView Dual Camera—Minerva imagers to modernize U.S. Marine Corps combat vehicles with advanced dual-band vision capabilities.

Thales Defence & Security, Inc. (TDSI), a U.S. subsidiary of Thales, has received an order for more than 400 SharpView Dual Camera—Minerva imagers for U.S. Marine Corps combat vehicles.

The award advances the Marine Corps’ modernization of Amphibious Combat Vehicle Personnel (ACV-P) and Command (ACV-C) variants by augmenting legacy camera systems with advanced dual-band imaging technology. By combining thermal and visible imaging capabilities into a single compact sensor, Minerva helps crews maintain image quality and situational awareness in conditions where traditional cameras can struggle, including darkness, dust, smoke, glare and adverse weather.

“Marines depend on cutting-edge and robust technology to make rapid decisions in highly demanding and dynamic environments,” said Chris Beauparant, Vice President, Sensors and Missile Systems, Thales Defence & Security, Inc. “The Minerva camera delivers a significant operational advantage by giving crews a more complete picture of the battlefield, helping them identify hazards sooner, maneuver more effectively, and operate with greater confidence. By leveraging a mature, proven solution, the Marine Corps can quickly field these enhanced capabilities without the time, cost, and risk associated with developing a new system.”

The SharpView Dual Camera—Minerva is designed specifically for modern combat vehicles and integrates seamlessly into existing platforms. Its rugged, military-grade design supports continuous operation in often extreme environments while providing clear, real-time imagery that helps crews maintain awareness and respond effectively in a constantly changing environment.

The choice of Minerva for Marine Corps combat vehicles reflects a growing demand for technologies that deliver greater battlefield awareness and improved survivability for deployed forces. Minerva has also been selected for evaluation and testing as part of the U.S. Army’s XM30 program, which aims to modernize next-generation combat vehicles with improved crew protection and situational awareness.

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