OTel Collector v0.152.0 released on 12-05-2026

OTel Collector v0.152.0 is out now. The release adds the drainprocessor to the contrib and k8s distributions, providing a new processor component for operators and integrators to consider.
See the contrib and core v0.152.0 changelogs on GitHub and issue #47235 for configuration, behaviour and implementation details: contrib changelog (v0.152.0), core changelog (v0.152.0), issue #47235.
What’s in this release
- drainprocessor: added to the contrib distribution (see issue #47235)
- drainprocessor: added to the k8s-targeted distribution (see issue #47235)
- Component-level changes and full details are available in the contrib and core v0.152.0 changelogs on GitHub
Upgrade notes
- Review configuration examples and any breaking changes before enabling the drainprocessor — consult the contrib changelog and issue #47235 for configuration and behaviour details.
- Test the v0.152.0 build in staging and check for new config flags or component-level compatibility notes; consult the core and contrib changelogs for migration steps.
Share comments or issues on the project’s GitHub issue tracker or changelog threads so other operators can learn from your experience.
