SUBANG JAYA, 15 April 2025 – Epson has officially launched the call for entries for the 16th edition of the prestigious Epson International Pano Awards, one of the world’s largest competitions dedicated to panoramic photography. Building on the success of the 2024 event, Epson Southeast Asia and Epson Australia return as main sponsors, continuing their commitment to celebrating the artistry of panoramic photography. Last year’s competition attracted 4,529 entries from 1,105 photographers across 95 countries.
David Evans, Curator of The Epson International Pano Awards, shared his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to invite professional and amateur photographers worldwide to participate in the 16th edition of the awards. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we’ve reduced entry fees for 2025, making the competition more accessible. This year’s prize pool exceeds US\$50,000, including \$15,000 in cash and an \$11,000 package for the Open category winner.”
Jocelyn Tan, Regional Deputy Director, Commercial Products, Epson Southeast Asia, added: “Epson is proud to support this milestone event, showcasing exceptional talent from Southeast Asia and beyond. Our cutting-edge print technology empowers photographers to bring their creative visions to life, and we look forward to seeing the inspiring entries this year.”
Highlights of the 2025 Competition
- Early-bird entries open until 30 June 2025.
- Final submissions close on 21 July 2025.
- A distinguished judging panel, featuring past winners and industry leaders such as Kelvin Yuen (2024 Open Photographer of the Year) and Merche Llobera (2023 Amateur Photographer of the Year).
- Reduced entry fees to encourage broader participation.
How to Enter
Photographers can submit their work at:
https://thepanoawards.com/enter-awards/
For media inquiries or additional information, contact:
David Evans, Curator
Email: contact@thepanoawards.com
Images available upon request.
About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to enriching lives through innovative solutions in printing, visual communications, and sustainability. The company aims to achieve carbon negativity and eliminate the use of exhaustible resources by 2050. With annual sales exceeding JPY 1 trillion, Epson continues to drive progress worldwide. Learn more at corporate.epson/en/.
About Epson Malaysia
Epson Malaysia has been a trusted name in digital imaging since 1991, offering a comprehensive range of consumer and business products. With 92 employees and 61 service outlets across Malaysia, Epson remains committed to excellence. Discover more at www.epson.com.my.
Media Contacts:
| Adiyatul Izyan | Hanson Ong |
| TEAM LEWIS | Epson Malaysia Sdn Bhd |
| Tel: +6012 862 4131 | Tel: (03) 5628 8288 |
| Email: EpsonMY@teamlewis.com | Email: hanson.ong@emsb.epson.com.my |
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