Launched by Amels earlier this year, the 199-foot Madame Kate is the second of the Dutch shipyard’s Limited Edition 199 series. The yacht was an instant favorite at the Monaco Yacht Show, winning two prestigious awards for interior design and technical innovation on the show’s opening night.

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Madame Kate was built for a Brazilian shoe baron who came to the shipyard looking for a custom yacht that was a significant upgrade from his previous one. He also wanted a ship that would d…