Arriva, a Dutch operator, has successfully integrated Stadler’s ETCS technology into cross-border railway operations in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. This advancement allows for the seamless operation of FLIRT trains across national borders, facilitating the first-ever transfer-free travel between major urban centers in the tri-border region. The ETCS implementation enhances connectivity and travel efficiency, while also meeting the strategic goals of improving international connectivity, supporting automation, and providing access to zero-emission vehicles.