Anthony Paul Bamford, Baron Bamford, Kt, DL (born 23 October 1945) is a British businessman, Chairman of JCB. He succeeded his father, Joseph Cyril Bamford, as chairman and managing director of JCB in 1975, at the age of 30. He was knighted in 1990 at the age of 45. His wealth was estimated at £3.1 billion as of April 2012.