This case study explores how sociotechnical systems approaches can support sustainable transitions by examining the case of the Mayan octopus fishing industry in Mexico. It highlights how deeply rooted social, ecological, economic, and governance dynamics shape local practices and outcomes, showing that addressing sustainability challenges requires holistic, context‑specific approaches rather than isolated interventions. By analysing … from Systemic solutions for sustainable transitions? Learning from the case of Mayan Octopus fishing industry in Mexico