The ongoing legal dispute within the Foundation for Forest Management and Supervision (SBB) has taken a new turn following a recent court ruling. The cantonal judge ordered Ruben Ravenberg, the general director of SBB, to publicly apologize to board member Krishnadath (Kees) Joerawan for defamatory remarks. Judge Deborah Haakmat-Sniphout granted Ravenberg two days to remove the offending statements and issue a public apology. Despite the court’s decision, Ravenberg, in consultation with his attorneys Maureen Nibte and Murwin Dubois, has announced plans to appeal the ruling. The court’s judgment remains enforceable pending the appeal. Joerawan expressed satisfaction with the verdict, stating that ‘the wheels of justice grind slowly but surely.’ He emphasized that the accusations against him were unfounded and expressed hope that Ravenberg would respect the court’s decision rather than prolong the legal battle. Ravenberg, however, remains steadfast in his claims, asserting that he possesses evidence of Joerawan’s prior illegal activities and evasion of prosecution. He stated, ‘SBB has all the documents sent by the Attorney General,’ and vowed to continue the fight. The appeal does not automatically suspend the apology order, and Ravenberg has committed to following legal procedures while maintaining the case’s principled nature. He cautioned Joerawan against premature celebration, signaling that the legal battle is far from over.