Based in southern Louisiana, US, Lavigne Baker is jointly owned by Slidell Oil Company and Lavigne Oil Company, both of which are existing Shell wholesalers. Altogether, Slidell Oil Company and Lavigne Oil Company operate 43 Shell stations throughout Louisiana, US.

Brian Baker, managing member of Lavigne Baker, said: Today’s announcement enables us to provide service to even more New Orleans-area customers, and to help revitalize the local economy. Like Motiva, we are committed to assisting in the New Orleans area’s economic recovery following hurricane Katrina, and we look forward to serving the community for many years to come.