The following paper presents the fundamental aspects of the SATURN initiative proposed by a group of Italian companies active in developing of new solutions which exploit the potential of S-band communications. SATURN is the acronym for “Smart mAritime saTellite terminal for mUltimedia seRvices and conteNts”. Using S-band technology will make it possible to provide new services and contents on board small (10 to 24 meters) maritime vessels where satellite services are not usually enabled. The innovation of the paper is the presentation of a new cost effective solution composed of antenna, gateway and plotter in order to address the maritime market segment not covered by other bi-directional communication satellite solutions. The proposed solution will provide new satellite services currently not available while the boats are far from the coast.