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Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Center Console Powerboats Now Available in the Northeast

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[Milford, CT] South Florida Performance Boats (SOFLO), Nor-Tech’s largest stocking dealer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has expanded to the Northeast. Now serving customers in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Rhode Island, SOFLO has boats available for inspection and demonstration, and is able to provide clients with the same concierge-level service they have come to expect from the team at SOFLO.

“Our knowledgeable and discerning customers understand the SOFLO difference when it comes to choosing a Nor-Tech model, working closely with our team throughout the build process and enjoying unparalleled support post-delivery,” said Bob Crow, SOFLO’s Managing Partner. “We have a strong customer presence here in the Northeast, and certified service partners from New Jersey through New York, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Expanding our reach to the Northeast was the next logical step in servicing our existing and future customer’s needs.”

Joining the SOFLO team to lead the Northeast operation is Chris Gill, who is based in Milford, Connecticut. Gill is a lifelong boater and co-founder of Maritime Publications, owners of WindCheck Magazine and the Connecticut Spring Boat Show. “I am thrilled to work with some of the most knowledgeable and passionate people in the business,” said Gill. “The Nor-Tech brand and SOFLO’s attention to detail are second to none in design, quality and performance.” Along with Gill, Nor-Tech sales professional Dean Albanese, based in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, is available to answer customer questions and provide showings.

SOFLO will have 34- and 45-foot models on display in the water at the Newport International Boat Show (September 13-16) and the Norwalk Boat Show (September 20-23), and these American-made center consoles are available for sea trial in Connecticut and Rhode Island. SOFLO NE is located at 164 Rogers Avenue, Milford, CT 06460. To schedule an appointment, contact chris@sofloboats.com.

For more information, contact: Bob Crow, 1900 SE 15th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316; Tel: 954.368.1350; E-mail: info@sofloboats.com; Website: www.SOFLOBoats.com.

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Founded in 1989, Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats are hand-made from layout to paint and upholstery, power and electronics, all in-house in North Fort Myers, Florida.

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