
Holidaymakers were left in shock when two cruise ships collided causing loud screeching and debris to go flying into the sea.

The MSC Poesia and the MSC Orchestra, which are both owned by Swiss-based MSC Cruises, struck each other at the port in Beunos Aires, Argentina.

The clip, filmed by a holidaymaker standing onshore, shows one of the ships manoeuvering dangerously close to another vessel docked in the port.

Onlookers gasp and shout in horror as one of the cruise ships glide towards the other.

The clip, filmed in in Buenos Aires, Argentina, shows a ship manouvering dangerously close to another docked vessel in port

As the huge ship drifts past the other, it scrapes the end of the vessel making a loud screeching noise.

Crunching can be heard as metal collides and debris begins to tumble into the ocean as the two cruise ships smash into each other.

People onboard the ship can be seen craning their heads out of windows to witness the shocking crash.

One onlooker can be heard shouting 'No, no, no' during before a collision.

Fortunately the captain manages to swerve the cruise ship in time to avoid a more serious crash.

The 2,500-capacity ship was manoeuvering into port at the time - but luckily no one was injured.

As the huge ship drifts past the other, which is docked, it scrapes the end of the vessel making a loud screeching noise

Crunching can be heard as metal collides and debris begins to tumble into the ocean as the two cruise ships smash into each other

The MSC Poesia and the MSC Orchestra, which are both owned by Swiss-based MSC Cruises, struck each other at the port in Beunos Aires, Argentina (pictured)

The captain of the MSC Orchestra liner, which weighs 92,409-tonnes, reportedly lost control as he came into port on February 20.

The ship suffered minor damage and was delayed as it set off on an eight-night South America cruise with stops in Brazil and other countries.

After some maintenance and repairs, the ship was deemed safe to sail to take guests to its next destination of Punta del Este in Uruguay.

The MSC Poesia and MSC Orchestra are identical in weight and capacity.

However the Orchestra charges £6,158 for a suite on its nine night South America cruise, while a seven night tour of the continent on the Poesia comes in at £4,758 for a suite.

The Orchestra offers spacious and elegant interiors, with fine dining and spa, as well as relaxation amenities.

After some maintenance and repairs, the ship was deemed safe to sail to take guests to its next destination of Punta del Este in Uruguay

The Orchestra charges £6,158 for a suite on its nine night South America cruise, while a seven night tour of the continent on the Poesia (pictured) comes in at £4,758 for a suite

MSC describe the Poesia as 'innovative', featuring three outdoor pools, including one which is accompanied by a massive poolside cinema screen

They offer a 'Covent Garden Theatre' inspired by London's West End and a 'Palm Beach' casino in homage to Las Vegas.

MSC describe the Poesia as 'innovative', featuring three outdoor pools, including one which is accompanied by a massive poolside cinema screen.

A spokesman for MSC Cruises said: 'On 20 February 2019 at 22:11 local time, MSC Orchestra undocked to leave the Port of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

'Due to reasons we are still investigating, the ship deviated from its course while manoeuvring out of the port and lightly grazed the forward part of MSC Poesia, which was docked alongside.

'While this may have been noticed by some passengers, there was never any risk for guests or crew on board, and there was no impact for the environment.

'As a result of this graze and for operational reasons, we have adjusted the itinerary of MSC Orchestra. Yesterday, the ship made a first port call in Punta del Este in Uruguay.

'While Guests had the opportunity to visit the city and enjoy some free time ashore, the ship received some technical maintenance and minor repairs. In addition, the port call in Buzios will be substituted with a port call in Itajaì, Brazil.

'This matter will not affect the itinerary of MSC Poesia, and the ship left the Port of Buenos Aires yesterday at 5:00pm as per original schedule.

'MSC Cruises emphasizes that MSC Orchestra and MSC Poesia are both fully reliable and safe to sail. Our Guests’ and crew members’ safety will always be our number one priority.'