A nthony Langley is a British industrialist and the founder, chairman, and sole owner of Langley Holdings, a diverse, privately owned engineering conglomerate. A classic self-made entrepreneur, Langley started his career in engineering before founding his own small company in 1975. He has since built his enterprise through a consistent and successful strategy of acquiring underperforming industrial businesses and turning them around.

Langley Holdings has a global footprint and a portfolio that includes companies producing a wide range of industrial goods, from data center power systems and welding materials to printing presses and cement plant equipment. His most high-profile acquisition was the 2022 purchase of the Norwegian company Bergen Engines from Rolls-Royce. Langley is known for his hands-on management style and his focus on long-term value creation. By keeping his company private, he has been able to execute his strategy without the pressures of the public markets.