Veolia, a global leader in ecological transformation and a French environmental solutions company, announced it will host a special customer screening of an environmental film on June 18 at the CGV Myeongdong as part of the 23rd Seoul International Environmental Film Festival, where it is a main partner.
The screening aims to reflect on the value of biodiversity and share new inspirations with customers who love the environment and culture. It is expected to be a meaningful platform for sharing Veolia's vision of ecological transformation, going beyond just watching a film.
The featured film is "Whispers in the Forest, 2025," the latest work by renowned wildlife photographer and filmmaker Vincent Munier. The film captures extraordinary moments of a family connecting with nature over three generations in the deep forests of the Vosges Mountains in France. It received recognition at the 2026 César Awards, winning Best Documentary and Best Sound.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. with a reception, followed by a welcome address from the CEO and remarks from distinguished guests, concluding with the film screening. This year also features a special awards ceremony commemorating the 140th anniversary of Korea-France diplomatic relations, adding further significance to the event.
Hervé Peneau, CEO of Veolia Korea, expressed, "I am very pleased to host this gathering with our valued customers who have always been with us on our journey toward a sustainable future. I hope this event, alongside the celebration of the 140th anniversary of Korea-France relations, will be a meaningful time to reflect on the grandeur of nature and the precious value of biodiversity through the film being screened."
Founded in 1853, Veolia is a leading environmental services company specializing in water quality and treatment technologies, waste management (including hazardous waste), carbon emissions, and resource recovery. Since entering Korea in 1999, Veolia Korea has employed over 1,100 staff at its headquarters in Seoul and 46 operational sites nationwide, providing comprehensive environmental solutions in industrial water services, wastewater treatment, waste recycling, resource recovery, and energy management.
The Seoul International Environmental Film Festival, now in its 23rd year, runs from June 5 to 30 across Seoul, featuring 120 films from 31 countries under the theme "Ready, Climate, Action 2026."
This year, in celebration of the 140th anniversary of Korea-France diplomatic relations, a special program called "France Focus" will showcase 11 French-related films, presenting a multifaceted view of environmental, ecological, and community issues as seen by the French film industry.
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