2026

NYX Awards - 2026 Gold Winner Winner: National Geographic

Journey Across Jungles: The China-Laos Railway

Entrant Company

National Geographic

Category

Video / Branded Content

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

Experience Level

Internal Department

Gallery

About The Entry

Photographer Thomas Heaton embarks on a memorable journey along the newly-constructed China-Laos railway. From tea pickers in Yunnan, who preserve traditions of an ancient trading route, to young monks in Luang Prabang balancing spiritual practices with contemporary life, Thomas captures people, traditions, and the pulse of daily life.

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Strategic Campaign
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Entrant Company

Zespri

Category

Strategic Campaign / PR Campaign

Country / Region

China

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Video
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Entrant Company

SFC Group

Category

Video / Self-Promotion

Country / Region

United States

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Website
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winner
California State University (CSU)

Entrant Company

Exemplifi

Category

Website / New Category: Education

Country / Region

United States

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Social Media
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Entrant Company

Hawke Media

Category

Social Media / Social Campaign

Country / Region

United States