Recent catches of over 2,000 boxes of ling at Peterhead fish market have highlighted a significant discrepancy between fishermen's observations and the official classification of ling as a data-poor category 3 stock, which is recommended for a 12% catch reduction in 2024. To address this issue and prevent ling from becoming a 'choke species' in mixed fisheries, the Scottish Fishermen’s Organisation, in collaboration with Shetland UHI and the Shetland Fish Producers’ Organisation, is employing BATmap technology through a Fishing Industry Science Partnership project. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding of ling stock abundance in Scottish waters and develop a more accurate assessment methodology that aligns with the realities observed by fishermen.