Adapting to change

Another challenge that confronts the company known for its tough training is the impact of technology on the military. How does a team with such an honored history adapt to a revolution in military affairs that may change combat processes in the future?

The answer to that, commanders said, is the company's strong capacity to adapt to change and always serve as the first to test new technology － as shown in a major upgrading of weapons.

In March 2008, the army began to use a new amphibious armored vehicle, a major step toward the combination of mechanical and information technology.

But soldiers found it hard to train with the new equipment, and had to come up with new exercise programs to integrate the vehicle in their training.

The company volunteered to be the first to test the new vehicle, Huan said, adding that 30 technicians were sent to the manufacturers to familiarize themselves with the features and operation of the vehicle.

Personnel were organized to draft 178 training topics and 100,000-word teaching materials that were later copied by and applied to the entire division.

"The sixth company is a unit standing the test of history, it will lead again in the new times," Huan said.